On September 19, 2025, the White House provided further details on the new $100,000 fee for H-1B work visasThis measure is causing considerable concern in India and the international technology sector. This visa, popular with foreign engineers, computer scientists and scientists, allows highly qualified professionals to work in American companies for an initial period of three years, renewable for up to six years. This proclamation was signed by Donald Trump, and aims to restrict the entry of international workers into the US, as non-immigrants to perform services in skilled occupations, and under the H-1B program.
Higher fees for new visas
The new regulations, signed by President Donald Trump, primarily target new applicationsThis decision will affect Indian nationals directly, and many students and professionals have already begun to review their mobility plans. Indian nationals, who account for three quarters of H-1B beneficiaries, will be directly affected by this decision, and many students and professionals have already begun to review their mobility plans.
"The $100,000 fee is a one-time fee, payable only upon initial visa application."
Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson
The concerns of American businesses and workers
The Indian government has expressed its concern as to the "human consequences" of these exorbitant fees, underlining the potential disruption to families and businesses dependent on the mobility of talent between the two countries. India's leading professional association, Nasscom, also warned of the uncertainty generated, expressing concern for the continuity of certain international technology projects. Some companies, such as JP Morgan, have advised their employees on H-1B visas to limit their international travel until clearer guidelines are issued.
This initiative is in line with the policy asserted by Donald Trump since his first term in office, aimed at limiting the arrival of foreign workers and favoring the employment of American citizens. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick insists that the measure will act as a deterrent, pointing out that "companies that still want to recruit internationally will not only have to pay government fees, but will also have to pay their foreign talent, which becomes unprofitable".
However, Silicon Valley giants and a number of entrepreneurs - including Elon Musk - have warned of the risk of a skills shortage, as the US market does not have a sufficient supply of skilled labor to meet the sector's needs. Last year, around 400,000 H-1B visas were issued, two-thirds of which were renewals..
President Donald Trump also announced, last Friday, the creation of a carte de séjour "dorée to one million dollars, in reference to the "green card", which allows people to live and work in the United States.
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