Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee for skilled foreign workers thrown out by US judge

09-Jun-2026

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A US federal judge invalidated President Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, ruling that he lacked authority without Congress's approval. 

This ruling favors businesses, universities, and thousands of skilled foreign workers, particularly Indians who dominate H-1B holders. 

The fee aimed to curb employment-based immigration to promote American hiring but faced legal challenges from states and business groups. 

The H-1B visa, vital for skilled professionals in tech and other sectors, remains crucial for Indian workers in the US. The administration plans to appeal.