9月19日午夜，许多科技从业者的手机开始被邮件和短信"轰炸"。一些人醒来后发现，几乎没有多 少选择能让他们在截止日期前抵达美国。 印度航空从孟买飞往旧金山的179航班，是印度籍员工返美的最重要途径， "从美东时间9月21日凌晨0点01分起，H-1B签证申请者将面临一笔高达10万美元的新费用。"当地 时间9月19日晚，美国总统特朗普与美国商务部长霍华德·鲁特尼克（Howard Lutnick）一同宣布了该举 措。 9月24日，据《华尔街日报》等媒体报道，这一突如其来的调整迅速引发恐慌，一场"生死时速"也 在印度航空的一架班机上悄然上演。 | 日期 | 时间(华盛顿时区) | 事件 | | --- | --- | --- | | 9/19 (周五) | 6:39 p. m. | 周五特朗普政府公告 | | 9/20 (周六) | 12:50 a. m. | 谷歌向 H-1B 员工发送邮件 | | 9/20 (周六) | 3:55 a. m. | 航班计划从孟买起飞 | | 9/20 (周六) | 10:59 p.m. | 航班抵达旧金山 | | 9/21 (周日) | 12:01 a. m. | 周日截止日期 | ...

Core Points - The introduction of a "Visa Integrity Fee" of at least $250 for non-immigrant visa applicants is seen as a tightening of U.S. entry policies, potentially deterring tourists and international students from visiting the U.S. [1][2] - The fee aims to support immigration enforcement and border security, with the initial amount set for the 2025 fiscal year and subject to annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) [2][3] - The fee will apply to all non-immigrant visa travelers, including tourists, business travelers, and international students, with the potential for refunds under specific conditions [2][3] - The increase in visa costs, particularly for B1/B2 visas, is expected to significantly impact travelers from Latin American countries, raising concerns about the economic burden on these applicants [5][6] - The U.S. tourism industry is likely to face challenges due to the increased costs and stricter visa interview policies, which may lead to longer wait times and application backlogs [6][7] Industry Impact - The "Visa Integrity Fee" is projected to increase the upfront costs of traveling to the U.S. by 144%, which could discourage potential visitors [3][5] - The U.S. tourism sector is already experiencing a decline in international visitors, with a reported 2.5% decrease in overseas tourist numbers compared to the previous year [5][6] - The implementation of the fee and new visa policies may lead to a reduction in international student enrollment, as evidenced by a 22% drop in F-1 visa issuances [6][7] - The overall financial impact on the U.S. tourism industry could be substantial, with estimates suggesting losses ranging from $12.5 billion to $29 billion this year [5][6]