Trump wants a $103,265 fee on new H-1B visas
THE SO WHAT
A $103,265 per H-1B fee would turn skilled-immigration into a capex decision, not an HR line item. If you rely on H-1Bs for technical talent, you need a scenario plan now for either higher total comp, more remote/offshore work, or slowed hiring velocity.
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