Trump Tightens Immigration Rules with New Fees

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order introducing a $100,000 annual fee for applicants to the H-1B visa programme for skilled foreign workers. The order aims to restrict entry unless the fee is paid, citing 'abuse' of the programme. Critics argue that H-1Bs undercut the American workforce, while supporters believe it allows the US to attract top talent. The fee will apply to new requests starting from 21 September and will be a significant burden for small businesses and start-ups. Major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are among the biggest beneficiaries of the programme. The move has sparked concerns among businesses, professionals, and students worldwide, particularly in India, which is the largest beneficiary of H-1B visas.

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US President Donald Trump is set to introduce a $100,000 application fee for skilled foreign worker visas, specifically H-1B visas, as part of a broader immigration crackdown. The H-1B visa program allows tech companies to hire highly-skilled foreign workers for jobs that are difficult to fill with qualified Americans. India was the largest beneficiary of H-1B visas last year, accounting for 71% of approved applications. Critics argue that the program has become a pipeline for overseas workers who are often willing to work for lower wages, potentially undercutting US technology workers. The new fee is expected to be implemented through a proclamation signed by Trump.