Walmart pauses hiring candidates who need H-1B visa after Trump hikes fee

Thehill
2025.10.22 13:45
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Walmart has paused hiring candidates requiring H-1B visas following President Trump's executive order that increased application fees to $100,000. The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to hire skilled non-citizens, particularly in tech and engineering. Walmart, the largest user of the H-1B program, had over 2,000 visa approvals in early 2025. A spokesperson stated the company remains committed to hiring top talent while reassessing its H-1B hiring strategy.