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Do you think your dream of living in the United States is over because of the increase in the H-1B visa fee? Rethink your thought. This change could lead to new opportunities for you in India and around the world.

Have you heard about the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry, or APAAR? APAAR, also known as the "One Nation, One Student ID," was introduced in accordance with India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This distinctive digital ID will fundamentally change how your academic records, accomplishments, and abilities are kept and accessed, regardless of whether you are enrolled in school, a college, or are already employed.

The UK may even be becoming more attractive to top global talent. The Starmer government is seriously mulling a very bold idea: waive visa fees for leading scientists, academics, and digital innovators. Currently, the fee for a Global Talent Visa is £766, plus an annual health surcharge of £1,035. This takes place as the U.S. hikes the H-1B fee to a hefty $100,000, creating concerns in the global market. The move by the UK is likely to act as a wonderful lure, especially into such highly coveted fields as AI, engineering, and life sciences.