Group 1 - The new regulation signed by President Trump increases the annual fee for H-1B visa applicants from several thousand dollars to $100,000, effective from September 21 [1][4] - Major tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have advised their H-1B visa holders to remain in the U.S. and avoid international travel to prevent complications due to the new policy [2][4] - The H-1B visa program is crucial for U.S. tech companies, with Amazon alone having over 14,000 approved H-1B visas in the first three quarters of the fiscal year 2025 [2][8] Group 2 - The White House clarified that the new fee applies only to future applicants and does not affect current visa holders or those already in the lottery for 2025 [4][5] - The H-1B visa program has been a point of contention, with supporters arguing it brings in necessary talent while critics claim it depresses wages and affects local job markets [8][9] - Approximately 71%-72% of H-1B visas are issued to Indian nationals, making India the largest beneficiary of the program [9][10] Group 3 - The Indian government expressed concerns that the new fee could disrupt families and lead to humanitarian issues, urging the U.S. to address these challenges [10] - The Indian IT sector is expected to engage with U.S. counterparts to mitigate the impact of the new fee structure [9][10] - The introduction of a "golden card" program by Trump allows foreign nationals to obtain expedited visa processing by paying $1 million or having companies sponsor them for $2 million [11][12]