WASHINGTON: In a major relief for H-1B visa holders, the United States has withdrawn the $100,000 additional fee imposed during the Trump administration for certain applicants.<\/p>\n
According to newly issued guidelines, the fee will no longer apply to candidates who are changing their existing visa status or applying for an extension of stay while already working in the US.<\/p>\n
The decision is being seen as a significant relief for immigrants currently employed in the country who only wish to extend their visas rather than file new applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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