Trump Raises H-1B Visa Fee to $100,000 via New Proclamation
Trump's Proclamation to Significantly Increase H-1B Visa Fees U.S. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation on the 19th that raised the fee for professional employment visas, known as H-1B, from the current $1,000 to an astonishing $100,000. This is a 100-fold increase and has sparked significant debate across political and business circles. The H-1B program is designed for foreign professionals in specialized fields, allowing them to work and live in the U.S. with their families. It also offers a pathway to permanent residency, making it one of the most desirable visas for individuals aiming to build careers in the U.S. This visa program has been instrumental in the growth of major technology companies such as Google, Amazon, and Tesla, contributing to the U.S.’s dominance in advanced technology sectors. However, the move by Trump’s administration reflects a broader shift towards stricter immigration policies, particularly among the MAGA (Make America Great Again) faction, w...