An Indian IT industry body has expressed concern over recent changes to the H-1B visa program in the United States. The new rules include a sharp rise in application fees, which companies believe could raise costs and affect operations.
New US H-1B visa fee could disrupt Indian IT operations, says industry body, warning that the move may reduce competitiveness for Indian firms. The higher fees could impact both large outsourcing firms and mid-sized IT service providers that rely on sending skilled workers to the US.
The H-1B visa is widely used by Indian technology professionals to work in American companies or on overseas projects. The IT sector in India depends heavily on this visa route, as the US is its largest export market. Any increase in costs could challenge firms already dealing with global economic pressures.
According to the industry group, higher visa fees will not only strain budgets but may also slow project timelines. This is because firms might cut down on the number of employees sent abroad to manage costs. That, in turn, could affect service delivery to US-based clients.
New US H-1B visa fee could disrupt Indian IT operations, says industry body, stressing that smaller firms may feel the pressure more strongly. Larger companies might absorb some of the additional expenses, but smaller firms could struggle to stay competitive.
Industry experts also noted that the move could encourage companies to explore alternative markets or shift more work back to India. While this may boost local employment, it could reduce India’s global IT footprint in the long run.
New US H-1B visa fee could disrupt Indian IT operations, says industry body, highlighting the need for dialogue between governments and industry stakeholders. The group urged policymakers to consider the wider impact on trade and innovation.
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