Donald Trump’s latest immigration move is shaking up Indian students’ plans for the U.S. The president announced that new H-1B visa applications will now cost a staggering $100,000, compared to the previous $2,000-$5,000 range.
For thousands of Indian students, the H-1B visa was the gateway from study to a career and possibly a Green Card. But with the American Dream looking shaky, many are exploring Canada, the UK, Australia, and even Germany, which is pitching its immigration system as stable and “reliable.”
Education consultants say students now want a backup plan before heading abroad. Is the U.S. risking its top global talent pipeline?