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- White House to curb H-1B visas but might exempt physicians from fees
The Trump administration is restricting H-1B visas by requiring a $100,000 payment during the application process, which went into effect on September 21.
The impact: The pathology specialty is concerned with this change, as about 8% of pathologists responding to the 2024 Practice Characteristics Survey indicated they’ve held an H1-B at some point.
What they're saying: "Those who already hold H-1B visas and are currently outside of the country right now will not be charged $100,000 to re-enter," said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
- Leavitt added that H-1B visa holders can leave and re-enter the US to the same extent as they normally would.
The Department of Homeland Security will be empowered to make exemptions and waive the fee for visa applications in the national interest.
- The White House specifically mentioned physicians may qualify for exemptions.