Kaits dddu Vieux (AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN)

Without a doubt, yes. The U.S. is already losing ground in the global competition for talent, and the new $100,000 H1B Visa fee could accelerate that trend. Countries like Canada, the UK, and Australia have streamlined immigration systems that not only cost less but also offer faster routes to permanent residency. For example: - Canada’s Global Talent Stream allows processing in as little as two weeks. - The UK has introduced a “High Potential Individual” visa targeting graduates from top global universities. - Australia’s skilled migration system is transparent and points-based. In contrast, the U.S. system is expensive, uncertain, and politically volatile. If professionals feel unwelcome or exploited, they will simply choose alternatives. The U.S. still has the brand appeal of Silicon Valley, but that alone may not be enough to compete against more open countries.