Microsoft has urged H-1B and H-4 visa holders in the US to stay put for the foreseeable future, as per an email accessed by Reuters.
This follows reports that President Donald Trump aims to introduce a $100,000 application fee for H-1B visas as part of a broader immigration strategy.
A White House official indicated that Trump might sign a proclamation as soon as Friday, limiting H-1B visa entries unless the fee is paid.
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Trump also intends to adjust prevailing-wage levels for the H-1B program to further restrict its use, the official mentioned.
In its communication, Microsoft advised H-4 visa holders to remain in the US, while those with H-1B and H-4 visas currently outside should return by tomorrow before the fee changes are enacted.
The H-1B program is vital for tech and staffing companies that depend on foreign talent to fill technical positions.
In 2025, Amazon had over 10,000 H-1B visas approved, while Microsoft and Meta Platforms each secured over 5,000 approvals, per the US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
