{"id":1609,"date":"2025-10-10T09:21:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T09:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bnnweb.com\/?p=1609"},"modified":"2025-10-10T09:21:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T09:21:24","slug":"trump-administration-plans-fresh-h-1b-visa-restrictions-following-100000-fee-hike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mediapbn.com\/?p=1609","title":{"rendered":"Trump Administration plans fresh H-1B Visa restrictions following $100,000 fee hike"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>Washington, October 10, 2025 The Donald Trump administration is preparing to introduce stricter regulations for the H-1B visa program, following the recent announcement of a $100,000 mandatory application fee, marking another significant shift in the United States\u2019 immigration policy.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>According to a proposal listed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in its regulatory agenda, the planned rule \u2014 titled \u201cReforming the H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Classification Program\u201d \u2014 seeks to tighten eligibility criteria, redefine cap exemptions, and enhance oversight of employers participating in the program.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>The proposed changes aim to scrutinize employers more closely, especially those who have previously violated visa regulations or rely heavily on third-party placements. 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