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Indian Tech Firms Assess Impact of Proposed $103,265 H-1B Fee

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THE BRIEF
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The US administration has proposed a massive $103,265 fee for new H-1B visas, a move that has sparked concern among Indian IT companies and skilled professionals.

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While the proposal aims to tighten immigration, analysts suggest Indian tech firms may face less direct exposure than initially feared due to their existing workforce structures.

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The fee hike is part of a wider strategy to restrict foreign labor, with industry leaders closely monitoring the legislative progress of the proposal.