Walmart halts hiring workers who need H-1B visas after Trump administration imposes new fee

Following the Trump administration’s decision to add a $100,000 fee to H-1B visa applicants, one retail giant has reportedly paused job offers to candidates who require the work permit.Walmart has halted hiring individuals who require an H-1B temporary work visa due to the Trump administration’s decision to impose a $100,000 application fee, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The current guidelines primarily affect corporate employees, the outlet reported.Government data shows the company is the largest user of H-1B visas among major retailers, employing about 2,390 visa holders."