Decoding the H-1B Fee Hike: A Deep Dive into its Economic and Innovation Ramifications
On September 19, 2025, a presidential proclamation introduced a “staggering” $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, effective just two days later. This seismic shift in immigration policy sent immediate ripples through the global tech industry, raising urgent questions about talent acquisition and the future of innovation. While initially causing widespread anxiety, the White House…