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US to impose hefty US$70,000 fee on international student work permits
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced new regulations requiring international students to pay substantial fees for work authorisation. The move is framed as an effort to combat fraud and protect American workers.
LSN Malaysia ·
The United States is set to introduce a significant financial barrier for international students seeking work permits, with the Department of Homeland Security proposing a US$70,000 charge for work authorisation. The new rules represent a substantial increase in costs for foreign students, potentially affecting thousands of individuals from Malaysia and across the Asia-Pacific region who study in American universities. The department stated that the regulations aim to combat fraud, strengthen the integrity of the immigration system, and protect US workers. The proposal underscores the Trump administration's hardline approach to immigration policy and work visa restrictions. International student organisations have raised concerns that such high fees could deter talented students from pursuing education in the United States, potentially affecting American universities' enrolment and revenue.