Trump's new visa fees for foreign workers drew widespread condemnation from technology executives, entrepreneurs and investors across social media.

The move will hit the US tech industry especially hard, as it relies heavily on the programme to bring in foreign workers.

The H-1B move will hit the US tech industry especially hard, as it relies on the programme to bring in skilled workers from India and China.

Decision could be major blow to tech industry, but commerce secretary says ‘all of the big companies are on board’

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered an annual $100,000 fee be added to H-1B skilled worker visas, creating potentially major repercussions for the tech…

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The announcement to impose a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas sent shockwaves through corporate America.

Trump's H-1B visa fee hike to $100,000 annually shocks Indian tech workers in the U.S., impacting global IT industry.

Move is a blow to big tech companies, which rely heavily on visas to hire staff from overseas, particularly India

Trump's new visa fees for foreign workers drew widespread condemnation from technology executives, entrepreneurs and investors across social media.

When Trump’s announcement came, it didn’t give companies or lawyers any time to prepare. “It was timed to create pandemonium,” said a New York–based immigration lawyer.

Companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft rely on skilled foreign workers. Experts say they’ll pay for the best — but the policy could redirect top talent elsewhere.

Trump’s visa move is a big blow to US tech companies, but could benefit other countries seeking skilled workers.

European tech founders are ready to strike and hoover up disillusioned tech talent seeking more security than the US offers.