The US H-1B visa hike will reshape global talent flows and Australia is directly affected. Employers here face tougher competition for offshore skills but also a chance to attract global professionals who may bypass the US. This article unpacks the risks, opportunities, and the steps Australian organisations can take now.

The US has raised the cost of new H-1B visas to $100,000. Instead of keeping work onshore, this shift is likely to accelerate offshoring and drive up competition for global talent. In this article, I explore how US businesses will respond, why domestic training won’t be enough, and which industries will feel the impact first.

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