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INdia on sat said it is examining the implications of the United States’ conclusion to impose a $100,000 yearbook fee on H-1B visas, warning that the appraise could feature “humanitarian consequences” for affected families.“The government has seen reports related to the proposed restrictions on the US H1B visa program. The full implications of the measure are being studied by all concerned, including by Indian industry, which has already put out an initial analysis clarifying some perceptions related to the H1B program,” a statement issued by the ministry of external affairs said. Follow H-1B visa live updates The ministry underlined that both India and the US have a stake in “innovation and creativity” and said the two sides “can be expected to consult on the best path forward.”“Skilled talent mobility and exchanges have contributed enormously to technology development, innovation, economic growth, competitiveness and wealth creation in the United States and India,” the MEA said. “Policy makers will therefore assess recent steps taking into account mutual benefits, which include strong people-to-people ties between the two countries.”Also Read | H-1B visa shock first in double blow? Indian tech sector spooked already by tax proposal in USThe ministry further added that the new requirement is “likely to have humanitarian consequences by way of the disruption caused for families.”Trump's H-1B visa move US President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation that will raise the fee for H1-B visas to a staggering $100,000 annually, the latest in the administration’s efforts to crack down on immigration.Also Read | India-US airports in turmoil? Flight fares surge after Trump's surprising H-1B visa move; ‘Extremely bad situation’India, which accounts for 71% of H-1B visa holders, is expected to be hit hardest by the move. Currently, around 300,000 (3 lakh) high-skilled Indian workers, mostly in the technology industry, are on H-1B visas in the US.An HT analysis shows that Trump's move on H-1B visa amounts to effectively killing the programme. The new visa fees of $100,000 announced by Trump is more than the median annual salary of a fresh H-1B visa holder and more than 80% of the average annual salary of all H-1B visa holders.

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