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New Delhi: US President Donald Trump's decision to dramatically increase the fee for H-1B visas to $100,000 has sparked significant controversy.

This recent move by the US administration, which equates to about Rs 88 lakh as a one-time fee, is expected to severely impact Indian students planning higher education in America, as the US job market for them could shrink dramatically.

Impact on Students and Companies

The fee hike represents a massive jump from the previous cost, which was often around $2,000. The basic minimum salary for an H-1B employee is $60,000, but an employer's total minimum outlay now rises to $160,000. Many companies may therefore decide it is cheaper to hire American workers with similar skills.

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