India has initiated discussions with the United States government following concerns over recently revised visa requirements that have created uncertainty for thousands of Indian applicants, particularly students preparing to begin their academic programs in American universities. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that it is actively engaging with US authorities to better understand the...
In a notable clarification of his administration’s stance on skilled immigration, U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged the importance of foreign-skilled workers under the H-1B visa programme. The President said that the United States “does not have certain talents” required in high-end industries, emphasising that foreign professionals continue to play a crucial role in sustaining...
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...
In a significant policy update, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that from December 1, 2025, Indian nationals residing in India who apply for visas will be required to submit police clearance certificates (PCCs) issued only by Regional Passport Offices (RPOs) under the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. The move eliminates the...
Amid a growing wave of layoffs in the US tech sector, a viral post on professional networking platform TeamBlind has reignited a contentious debate over the role of H-1B visa holders in the American job market. The US tech industry has already witnessed more than 130,000 layoffs in 2025 alone, with major firms like Amazon,...