Visas Walmart pauses H-1B hiring despite stagnant US workforce Financial burden too much for retail giant, while automation and tariffs cut jobs at home istock.com/jetcityimage Image Izzy Wood Reporter Thursday 23 October 2025 Walmart has paused hiring candidates requiring H-1B visas, as the retailer grapples with a new federal policy that significantly raises the cost of bringing skilled foreign talent to the US. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Visas TCS to stop H-1B hiring in US, expand UK workforce Disputes Trump faces legal challenge to $100,000 H-1B fee hike Disputes Second lawsuit challenges Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee Visas High pay, high odds? DHS bets on new salary rules for H-1B lottery