SAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK: Panic, confusion and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the US after President Donald Trump imposed new visa fees, in line with his wide-ranging immigration crackdown. Tech companies and banks sent urgent memos to employees, advising them to return before a deadline of 12:01 a.m. EDT on Sunday (0401 GMT), and telling them not to leave the country.

Trump's proclamation impacts H-1B visa holders, requiring a $100,000 fee, prompting urgent return to the U.S. before September 21.

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