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flag Trump imposes $100K fee on H-1B visas and creates $1M "gold card" visa, effective Sept. 21, 2025.

flag President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign workers and prioritize American hiring, while introducing a $1 million “gold card” visa for wealthy individuals with a path to citizenship. flag The changes, which face legal challenges and criticism for overstepping presidential authority, could make H-1B visas economically unviable for many employers, particularly in tech. flag The administration claims the move will encourage companies to train U.S. workers, though major tech firms did not comment. flag The H-1B program, used for high-skilled workers in fields like technology and science, has long been controversial, with critics arguing it enables lower wages and displaces American workers. flag The new measures, effective September 21, 2025, are expected to generate significant revenue but may be limited by congressional approval for the higher-tier visas.

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