US Clarifies on H-1B Visa Fee, Big Relief for Indian Students and Tech Professionals

The US clarifies its controversial H-1B visa fee policy, exempting change-of-status cases a major relief for Indian students and tech professionals already in the country. (Image: AI Generated)

In a major clarification that brings relief to thousands of Indian students and professionals, the Donald Trump administration has issued detailed guidance on the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee introduced through a presidential proclamation in September. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has confirmed that the hefty fee will not apply to change-of-status […]