What the $100k H1B Visa Means for Software Engineers

The US has just tacked on a jaw-dropping $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, and this deep-dive video breaks down who’s going to foot the bill—companies, American devs or foreign talent—and why it could spark salary renegotiations, hiring slowdowns, or even a rush toward remote work.

If you’re a US citizen, expect a bit more leverage in pay talks but possibly fewer roles as firms reassess budgets. Non-US engineers might rethink relocating and explore alternative pathways (green cards, remote gigs, other countries). Bottom line: it’s a major shake-up of the global tech talent pipeline.

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