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- A $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications takes effect September 21, 2025, to prioritize American workers.
- The fee is about 60 times higher than prior rates, risking startups and smaller firms.
- Amazon and Microsoft, major H-1B users, may absorb costs; smaller firms could struggle.
- Experts warn the policy could reduce applications, slow growth, and deter international talent.
