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U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a new $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications, citing abuse of the program.Initially described as an annual payment, the White House later clarified it is a one-time fee applying only to new applicants in the February 2026 lottery, not current holders. Trump also introduced a “gold card” fast-track visa option costing at least £1 million. The move has sparked concern from tech firms and India’s trade body Nasscom, warning of global uncertainty.
Friday, 19 September, 2025