After recent policy changes announced by the United States (U.S.), including a steep $100,000 annual fee for new H-1B visas, many higher education aspirants in Bengaluru are beginning to rethink their plans.

While the U.S. remains the first choice for most, the new fee hike, along with waiting time for permanent residency, has made their long-term prospects uncertain, compelling students to explore alternatives with places such as Germany, Canada, Finland and Ireland, reporting high demands.

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Education consultants across Bengaluru told The Hindu that these places have come up as strong alternatives largely because they offer more certainty and affordability compared to the American system, which, while it remains unmatched in terms of salary, relies on the H-1B visa lottery

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