trump’s-$100k-h-1b-visa-fee-clarified:-who-really-needs-to-pay,-and-who-doesn’t?

President Trump’s proclamation raising the H-1B visa petition fee to $100,000 caused panic among Indian IT professionals and global firms. Confusion stemmed from fears it applied to renewals and re-entry. A White House clarification confirmed the charge is a one-time fee only for new applications. While current visa holders are unaffected, experts warn the hike could deter talent mobility and strain US-India tech ties.