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Microsoft, JPMorgan Urge H-1B Workers to Return Before $100,000 Fee Takes Effect

The White House describes the yearlong charge as a jobs measure favoring highly skilled hires.

Microsoft and JPMorgan advise H-1B visa holders to stay in the US, avoid international travel
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'Do what you can to return to US': American tech giant warns Indian staff on Trump’s H-1B fee hike

Overview

  • President Trump’s proclamation imposes a $100,000 fee on H-1B applications starting 12:01 a.m. ET on September 21 for a 12‑month period.
  • Microsoft told H-1B and H-4 holders to return to the United States by tomorrow, remain in the country for the foreseeable future, and avoid international travel.
  • The company’s guidance extends to H-4 dependents even though the order does not mention them, and internal notes reference limited time to arrange travel.
  • JPMorgan asked H-1B employees to be back in the United States before the deadline and to postpone international travel until further notice.
  • Reporters noted that available flights make same‑day returns unlikely for many travelers, and coverage highlights that Indians hold a large majority of H‑1B visas.