Trump sets record visa fees, $100 thousand for qualified foreign workers

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order setting a $100,000 fee for applicants in the programme for qualified foreign workers. This new fee is a drastic increase from the current tariffs, which amounted to about 1,500 dollars. Trump claims the programme is abusive and that companies should [...]
This new fee is a drastic increase from the current tariffs, which amounted to about 1,500 dollars. Trump claims the programme is abusive and that companies should train American workers, not bring foreigners, Express reports, broadcast Periscope.
Critics say it would harm competition and innovation, especially for small businesses that cannot afford the cost. Amazon, Google, Apple and Microsoft are the biggest beneficiaries of the programme. /Periscope












