"The Trump administration said on Friday that it would raise application fees for the H-1B visa. A new $100,000 annual fee is set to be required, affecting workers across tech and finance. Read the memos sent to employees at Amazon and Microsoft about the changes. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Friday that will add a $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applications, leading some major tech companies to warn visa holders to remain in the US or get back by Sunday's deadline. Business Insider has reviewed memos sent to staff at Amazon and Microsoft about the changes. Read them here."
"H-1B Executive Order, Sep 19, 2025 Amazonians, We've reviewed the Presidential Proclamation on H-1B visas that was released today and are actively working to gain greater clarity. Here's what you need to know right now: The proclamation creates a travel restriction starting September 21, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. EDT (9:01 p.m. PDT tomorrow). After this deadline, individuals cannot enter the U.S. on H-1B status without an additional $100,000 payment associated with their petition."
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation adding a $100,000 annual fee to H-1B visa petitions. The proclamation creates a travel restriction effective September 21, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EDT that bars entry on H-1B status without the additional payment. Major technology employers alerted employees and advised H-1B and H-4 holders to remain in the United States or return before the deadline if they are abroad. Employers recommended avoiding travel if unable to return before the cutoff and to await further government guidance. The fee will affect workers across technology and finance sectors. Employers are working to clarify implementation and will update employees as details develop.
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