Trump’s H-1B Visa Policy: Can Budget 2025 shield its impact on Indian tax collections

As Donald Trump returns to the White House, the business world holds its breath – Trump 2.0’s take on the H-1B visa program has the potential to reshape the economic landscape, both in the U.S. and India. And one of the most significant ripple effects of his visa policy may be felt on Indian tax collections.

Trump has long been a critic of the H-1B visa system, accusing tech giants of exploiting it to flood the U.S. market with cheaper foreign labour. The H-1B visa – which allows U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, especially in the tech industry – has often been a lifeline for India’s tech professionals that make up the largest chunk of H-1B visa holders.