Washington: TheWhite House on Sunday clarified that the USD100,000 fee for H1B visas will apply only to new applicants. The revised fee does not apply to current H1B visa holders or renewals. US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Saturday raising the fee from USD215 to USD100,000, sparking widespread panic and confusion among current H1B visa holders. However, on Sunday the White House clarified that the new fee does not apply to anyone who has a current visa. “H1B visa holders can leave and re-enter the country to the same extent as they normally would.