A significant tightening of employment-based immigration procedures in the United States is creating growing anxiety among foreign workers, particularly Indian professionals employed under the H-1B visa system. Recent administrative changes and stricter scrutiny surrounding adjustment-of-status applications have reportedly reduced the number of green cards being approved from within the country, affecting thousands of highly skilled...
In a compelling account of perseverance and resilience, an Indian-origin software engineer working at Microsoft in the United States has captured widespread attention after sharing her long and emotionally taxing journey toward securing permanent residency. Her story highlights not only personal determination but also the unpredictable nature of the U.S. immigration system, particularly for highly...
The White House has reaffirmed its commitment to defend the newly implemented $100,000 H-1B visa fee, describing it as a “lawful and necessary measure” to safeguard American workers and curb system abuse. The decision has sparked a series of lawsuits from tech firms, industry groups, and unions, who claim the policy is unconstitutional and economically...
In a major clarification that brings relief to thousands of Indian professionals, the United States government has confirmed that the newly introduced $100,000 H-1B visa fee will apply only to new petitions filed for candidates outside the country. Existing H-1B visa holders, those seeking extensions, or employees changing roles within the same company will not...
Washington, DC: The Trump administration has launched a premium immigration initiative, introducing the $1 million “Gold Card” programme, which allows wealthy individuals worldwide to secure US permanent residency. The programme is expected to generate billions of dollars for the US Treasury while prioritizing high-value applicants. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that individual applicants will pay...
A recent survey conducted on Blind, an anonymous community app for professionals, has revealed growing uncertainty among Indian H-1B and L-1 visa holders in the United States. When asked where they would go if they lost their jobs and had to leave the US, 45% said they would return to India, while 26% would consider...