The White House has clarified that the new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa holders will only apply to new applicants and not current visa holders. President Trump’s announcement on Friday sparked chaos among companies and immigration lawyers, with many advising employees to return to the US before midnight on Sunday when the policy is set to take effect. The White House has dismissed corporate concerns as “FAKE NEWS,” but critics argue that the proclamation lacks clarity on the application of the new fee to current visa holders.
Source: https://www.politico.com/news/2025/09/20/donald-trump-h1b-visas-overhaul-00574345