India has reacted strongly to the US decision to impose a fee of $ 1 lakh on H-1B visa every year. The Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday that the move may have ‘human influence’, especially on the families whose lives are attached to it. The Ministry of External Affairs (Mea) said that the government is studying the impact of this decision. It also includes the Indian industry, which has already introduced initial analysis on it and has cleared many misconceptions about the H-1B visa.

Concern about impact on innovation and talent
The ministry said that both India and America are partners in innovation and creativity. Therefore, it is expected that the two countries will discuss together on the way forward. India also said that the movement of skilled professionals contributes significantly in technological development, innovation, economic growth and increasing competition.

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– Randhir Jaiswal (@MeAIndia) September 20, 2025

Threat of human crisis
The Ministry of External Affairs warned that such huge fees will have a serious impact on the families. Many people have settled with their families in America and this decision can bring great difficulties in their lives. US President Donald Trump issued this new order on Friday, under which the annual fee of H-1B visa will now be $ 1 lakh. This step is being described as part of the strict immigration policy of America.

The biggest impact on India
This decision will have the most impact on the citizens of India as 71% of the H-1B visa holders are Indians. Currently, about 3 lakh Indian professionals are working on H-1B visas in the US, most of which are connected to the IT sector.

Steps like finishing visa program
According to an analysis, this decision will almost eliminate the H-1B visa program. The new fee is more than the average annual salary of a new H-1B visa holder and the current visa holders are close to 80% average income.