US Chamber of Commerce Reacts to H-1B Visa Fee Increase

The US Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns regarding President Trump’s executive order, which increases the fee for companies sponsoring H-1B applicants to $100,000. The Chamber is working with the administration to determine the implications. Concerns were raised about the impact on employees, families, and employers. The new fee is set to take effect on September 21 and applies to new applicants. The White House clarified it is a one-time fee. The Ministry of External Affairs is studying the implications, and the Indian industry is also analyzing the impact. The US Chamber of Commerce is reviewing the full details.