Big tech t-ells H-1B workers not to leave country due to Trump’s new policy
undefined 23, 2025
Trump’s plan to impose a \$100K annual fee on H-1B visas sparked confusion across industries and governments. Tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft urged H-1B staff to avoid travel, fearing risks to status. Amazon alone could face \$1B yearly in fees. The policy also threatens healthcare, where 30% of U.S. medical residents are international graduates. India and South Korea voiced concerns. Officials later clarified fees apply only to new applicants, but uncertainty remains.
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