US H-1B visa: New programme rules to take effect from January 17: Will Indian techies benefit?
2 months, 1 week ago

US H-1B visa: New programme rules to take effect from January 17: Will Indian techies benefit?

Hindustan Times  

Major revamps in the highly sought-after H-1B visa are set to take effect from Friday, January 17. The H-1B is a nonimmigrant visa programme that allows employers in the US to temporarily employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require highly specialised knowledge. The purpose of modernising and improving the H1-B visa programme, according to the US Department of Homeland Security is- -clarifying the requirements of the H-1B programme and improving its efficiency -providing greater benefits and flexibilities for petitioners and beneficiaries - strengthening program integrity measures Key updates to H1-B visa programme- Revisions The DHS has made revisions to the definition of ‘speciality occupation’. While their H1-B visa application is under review, their F-1 visa will automatically extend until April 1 of the relevant year to “avoid disruptions in lawful status and employment authorization.” Revision in cap-exemption rules Nonprofit and government research organisations that have research as their “fundamental activity” but not as their main focus will also qualify for H-1B exemptions. Also, certain beneficiaries may qualify for H-1B cap exemption when they are not directly employed by a qualifying organisation, but “still spend at least half of their time providing essential work that supports or advances a fundamental purpose, mission, objective, or function of the qualifying organization.” Strengthening the H-1B programme The reforms in the H-1B programme aim to strengthen its integrity to avoid any misuse.

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US H-1B visa registration for 2026 ends today: Step-by-step guide on process
4 days, 5 hours ago

US H-1B visa registration for 2026 ends today: Step-by-step guide on process

Hindustan Times  

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services will close the initial registration of H-1B visa cap for the fiscal year 2026 on Monday, March 24. According to the US Department of Labour, “The H-1B program applies to employers seeking to hire non-immigrant aliens as workers in specialty occupations or as fashion models of distinguished merit and ability. A specialty occupation is …

Indian tech firms bag 20% H-1B visas issued by the US in 2024. Details inside
4 days, 8 hours ago

Indian tech firms bag 20% H-1B visas issued by the US in 2024. Details inside

India Today  

According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services data, Amazon now leads the industry in employing foreign workers for skilled H-1B Visas, edging out traditional Indian outsourcing firms like Infosys and Tata. INDIAN TECH FIRMS MAINTAIN STRONG PRESENCE With other Indian-origin tech companies, Infosys has significantly contributed to the program. Throughout April and September 2024, the Indian technology sector …

H-1B visa to undergo massive changes from today: Here are tips for last-minute preparations
1 week ago

H-1B visa to undergo massive changes from today: Here are tips for last-minute preparations

Hindustan Times  

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of Homeland Security are introducing several changes to its popular H-1B visa programme, starting Thursday. The Foreign Labor Access Gateway, which allows American employers to hire nonimmigrant workers, will start deleting old applications, the Financial Times reported. Beginning Thursday, the Department of Homeland Security and US Citizenship and Immigration Services will implement …

H-1B visa registration for FY 2026 opens today: Check fees, deadlines and other key details
3 weeks ago

H-1B visa registration for FY 2026 opens today: Check fees, deadlines and other key details

India TV News  

H-1B visa registration for FY 2026 opens today: Check fees, deadlines and other key details The most sought-after H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. H-1B visa registration: The much-anticipated H-1B visa registration for the fiscal year 2026 is set to open on Friday …

H-1B visa: US warns businesses against preferring migrant workers. Will Indians be impacted?
3 weeks, 2 days ago

H-1B visa: US warns businesses against preferring migrant workers. Will Indians be impacted?

Hindustan Times  

The Trump administration is looking to challenge what it calls illegal hiring preferences for foreign workers, especially when it comes to the H-1B visa programme, of which Indians are the largest beneficiaries. The H-1B visa, in particular, has come under scrutiny as it allows US companies to hire foreign professionals for fields that require a degree, such as technology, engineering, …

What Indian Americans think of Trump’s policies on immigration and tariffs and impact on India
1 month, 3 weeks ago

What Indian Americans think of Trump’s policies on immigration and tariffs and impact on India

Hindustan Times  

President Donald Trump’s executive orders and presidential proclamations over his first 10 days in office include actions that will impact many South Asian Americans, including attempting to eliminate birthright citizenship, changing the H-1B Visa program, and hastening deportations of undocumented immigrants. I am not worried,” says Vinita Gupta about President Trump’s executive orders on immigration impacting the high tech sector …

How MAGA fell out with ‘Indian Tech-Bros’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How MAGA fell out with ‘Indian Tech-Bros’

Al Jazeera  

The recent uproar in the United States over H-1B high-skilled work visas has exposed deep fissures within Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” movement at the very start of his second term as president. The Indian Tech-Bro, heralded as the “model minority,” became a symbol of the neoliberal dream – a seamless fit into an America reshaped by Reagan’s neoliberalism …

H-1B debate is a vote on America’s future
1 month, 3 weeks ago

H-1B debate is a vote on America’s future

Hindustan Times  

The H-1B visa programme has been instrumental in driving the growth of America’s tech industry over the past four decades. The H-1B visa programme has been instrumental in driving the growth of America’s tech industry over the past four decades Since Donald Trump’s victory in the November presidential elections, an intense debate has emerged over the future of the H-1B …

Trump's H-1B Visa Policy: Can Budget 2025 shield its impact on Indian tax collections
1 month, 4 weeks ago

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

New Indian Express  

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. Impact on Indian IT Sector Revenues India’s IT sector, a key driver of the nation’s economic growth, is heavily reliant on the ability …

Spare the H-1B visa programme
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2 months ago

Spare the H-1B visa programme

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections has come on the back of support from a very diverse coalition. One of the most important conflicts between Trump’s diverse allies concerns a matter which is of great economic concern for India; the H-1B visa programme. To be sure, the H-1B visa has been a mutually beneficial programme and it has …

H-1B visa: Andhra IT minister says US unlikely to make any changes in policy
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2 months ago

H-1B visa: Andhra IT minister says US unlikely to make any changes in policy

Hindustan Times  

Andhra Pradesh minister for IT and electronics Nara Lokesh has said that the United States is unlikely to make any changes in its H-1B visa policy. H-1B visa: The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ skilled foreign workers in specialized fields such as technology, engineering, and finance. The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa …

Will US keep or eliminate H1-B visas? President Donald Trump’s statement on ‘quality talent’
2 months ago

Will US keep or eliminate H1-B visas? President Donald Trump’s statement on ‘quality talent’

Live Mint  

Amid concerns on whether the United States will quash H1-B visas, US President Donald Trump has made clear his stance backing the programme. “We need great people to come to our country and we do that through the H1B program,” ANI posted on X, quoting Donald Trump. H-1B Visa: All you need to know about the controversy The debate over …

Donald Trump on H-1B visa: ‘I don’t want to stop, need competent people'
2 months ago

Donald Trump on H-1B visa: ‘I don’t want to stop, need competent people'

Hindustan Times  

US President Donald Trump, during a press conference at the White House on Tuesday, said that he likes both sides of the debate on the H-1B foreign guest workers' visa, stating that he welcomed “competent people” coming into the country, reported news agency PTI. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he liked "both sides of the argument" about the …

Critical issue, needs attention: S Jaishankar to US counterpart on visa delays
2 months ago

Critical issue, needs attention: S Jaishankar to US counterpart on visa delays

India Today  

After holding a bilateral meeting with the new US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he emphasised the "strong degree of trust" between New Delhi and Washington. While acknowledging the strength of the bilateral relationship, Jaishankar said he raised concerns about the prolonged delays faced by Indian citizens in obtaining US visas, describing it as …

How H-1B visas impact the U.S. tech industry
2 months, 1 week ago

How H-1B visas impact the U.S. tech industry

The Hindu  

The last week of 2024 didn’t exude the holiday spirit for several folks in the tech world. While Ms. Loomer apologised for doxxing Mr. Krishnan, she remains rooted in the idea that the number of skilled foreign workers must be reduced in the U.S. as the programme is negatively impacting native workers. These changes led to a substantial increase in …

Major Overhaul to H-1B Visa Programme: Key Changes for Indian Professionals
2 months, 1 week ago

Major Overhaul to H-1B Visa Programme: Key Changes for Indian Professionals

Deccan Chronicle  

The U.S. government has introduced significant reforms to the H-1B visa programme, with new rules taking effect from January 17. These updates, part of one of the final immigration policy changes under President Joe Biden's administration, aim to modernize the program, enhance fairness, and improve efficiency in hiring foreign professionals.With Indian nationals making up 72.3% of the 386,000 H-1B visas …

How H-1B visa overhaul could transform tech workers' future in US
2 months, 1 week ago

How H-1B visa overhaul could transform tech workers' future in US

India Today  

The US H-1B visa program undergoes major reforms, improving fairness, easing F-1 transitions, expanding exemptions, and redefining “specialty occupation,” benefiting diverse professionals, particularly tech workers. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services stated on its website, “The H-1B final rule modernizes the H-1B program by streamlining the approval process, increasing its flexibility to allow better employers to retain talented workers, …

Feb 2025 US visa bulletin: Advancement for India, China EB categories; others stuck
2 months, 1 week ago

Feb 2025 US visa bulletin: Advancement for India, China EB categories; others stuck

Hindustan Times  

Good news is in order for Indian and Chinese green card seekers. Key Takeaways of February 2025 US Visa Bulletin The USCIS' February US visa bulletin uses official jargon to distinguish between “Dates for Filing” and “Final Action Dates.” One's priority date must coincide with the cut-off date listed alongside the country's visa category. 5th: Employment Creation - 7.1% of …

US to implement final rule to modernise H-1B visas on Jan 17 to fill jobs faster
2 months, 1 week ago

US to implement final rule to modernise H-1B visas on Jan 17 to fill jobs faster

India Today  

The US Department of Homeland Security will implement a final rule to modernise and improve the efficiency of the H-1B visa programme three days before Trump's swearing-in ceremony on January 20, 2025. This rule, which takes effect on Friday, January 17, 2025, aims to enhance the requirements for the H-1B non-immigrant visa programme, enabling US companies to fill critical job …

Indian H-1B holders get the jitters, told to be in US before January 20
2 months, 1 week ago

Indian H-1B holders get the jitters, told to be in US before January 20

India Today  

As Donald Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th American President on January 20, many Indian H-1B visa holders in the US are anxious about potential immigration policy changes that would upend their American dreams.Employers and immigration attorneys have advised H-1B visa holders to return to the US before January 20, fearing a rule change might block …

Amid H-1B visa turmoil, some Indians lose job offers, others dreams
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Amid H-1B visa turmoil, some Indians lose job offers, others dreams

India Today  

For thousands of Indians, the H-1B visa is the ticket to realising their American dream. The scare and debate on the immigration system come at a heavy cost for Indians, who are the largest H-1B visa holders in the US. The H-1B visa programme, designed to bring skilled foreign workers to the US, has drawn criticism for allegedly undercutting American …

Indian H-1B visa holders are avoiding travelling out of US amid fears of new restrictions: Report
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian H-1B visa holders are avoiding travelling out of US amid fears of new restrictions: Report

Firstpost  

The rise in fear is coming amid brewing debate among Trump supporters on whether the president should limit the number of H1-B visas awarded to foreign professionals every year Woried by the ongoing debate about US President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policy, reports are emerging that several Indian H-1B visa holders and avoiding travelling outside the United States. The rise in …

H1-B Visa: From faster processing to simpler F1 transitions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

H1-B Visa: From faster processing to simpler F1 transitions

Live Mint  

H-1B Visa: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's fresh updates to the H-1B visa program will come into effect from January 17, 2025. The updates, part of the H-1B Modernisation Final Rule, have been designed to simplify the hiring process for highly skilled foreign professionals and increase the flexibility to allow employers to retain talented workers, a department release informed. …

H-1B Visa new rules: 10 key updates to know as 2025 registration opens next week
2 months, 2 weeks ago

H-1B Visa new rules: 10 key updates to know as 2025 registration opens next week

Hindustan Times  

The United States is set to implement a modernised version of the H-1B visa programme, effective January 17, 2025. Enhancing competitiveness and flexibility “These improvements to the programme provide employers with greater flexibility to hire global talent, boost our economic competitiveness, and allow highly skilled workers to continue advancing American innovation,” Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security according to …

H-1B modernisation rule: Key updates to simplify hiring skilled foreign workers
2 months, 2 weeks ago

H-1B modernisation rule: Key updates to simplify hiring skilled foreign workers

India Today  

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will implement major updates to the H-1B visa program starting January 17, 2025. This overhaul, known as the H-1B Modernisation Final Rule, aims to simplify the hiring process for highly skilled foreign professionals while strengthening oversight. KEY CHANGES IN THE H-1B PROGRAM Employers hiring H-1B workers must now use an updated Form I-129, which …

New H-1B ruling shows Indian talent is not ‘special’ anymore. What it means
2 months, 2 weeks ago

New H-1B ruling shows Indian talent is not ‘special’ anymore. What it means

Hindustan Times  

Indians have boasted one of the finest records of success in the international IT market for many years. Over the past two weeks, political debates have exposed rifts within the Republican Party over the future of the H-1B visa program—a “critical pathway” for Indian professionals seeking temporary employment in the US. The H-1B visa system, long criticized for its flaws, …

H-1B angst is a tempest in a teapot
2 months, 2 weeks ago

H-1B angst is a tempest in a teapot

New Indian Express  

The H-1B visa issue now consuming a considerable amount of newsprint in India is a storm in a teacup. During the nearly 15 years that I was a foreign correspondent in the US, my desk was periodically buffeted by demands related to the H-1B issue. Most of the demands from special interests who regularly network with the Washington media were …

Renewing H-1B visas to get easier in 2025. How Indians will benefit
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Renewing H-1B visas to get easier in 2025. How Indians will benefit

Firstpost  

The US is set to establish a formal renewal system for H-1B visa holders this year. Representational Image/Reuters Following the success of a pilot programme, the United States plans to establish a formal renewal system for H-1B visa holders, enabling them to extend their visas without having to travel abroad. In 2022, the US State Department stated that Indians accounted …

Indian tech firms in US secure 20% of H-1B visas in 2024, Infosys leads
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian tech firms in US secure 20% of H-1B visas in 2024, Infosys leads

India Today  

Indian tech companies secured nearly 20% of all H-1B visas issued by the United States in 2024, according to data from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services. Out of 1.3 lakh H-1B visas granted to various employers during the April-September period, Indian companies were issued 24,766 visas. Other major Indian IT firms also featured prominently, with Wipro obtaining 1,634 visas …

Indian-origin tech firms corner 1/5th of H1B visas issued by U.S.
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian-origin tech firms corner 1/5th of H1B visas issued by U.S.

The Hindu  

Indian-origin tech companies cornered a fifth of all H1B visas issued by the U.S. with Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services leading the pack, an analysis of data from the US immigration department showed. Citizenship and Immigration Services, in April-September 2024 period, out of the total 1.3 lakh H1B visas issued to different employers, about 24,766 visas were issued to Indian-origin …

H-1B policy reforms might favour Indian professionals and businesses
2 months, 3 weeks ago

H-1B policy reforms might favour Indian professionals and businesses

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With the introduction of reforms to the H-1B visa program, tech professionals in India hope it will benefit them in the long run. According to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-1B specialty occupations include fields such as architecture, engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, social sciences, medicine and health, education, business specialties, accounting, law, theology, and the arts. Somdutta Singh, …

India says H-1B visas will help ‘skilled professionals’ following Trump, Musk support
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India says H-1B visas will help ‘skilled professionals’ following Trump, Musk support

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stressed the mutual advantages of skilled professional mobility between India and the United States, particularly in light of the ongoing debate over H-1B visas. We look forward to further deepening India-US economic ties, which are to our mutual benefit.” The discussion over H-1B visas gained momentum last month after US President-elect Donald Trump, Elon …

The H1B Backlash Spells Big Trouble for India's Middle-Class
Trending News
2 months, 3 weeks ago

The H1B Backlash Spells Big Trouble for India's Middle-Class

The Quint  

The biggest of these is Cognizant, while others like Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL, Tech Mahindra, Mphasis, are all among the top 10 tech companies with certified H1B visa applications. So, getting a temporary job in the US on an H1B visa can significantly change a middle-class techie’s life, in a relatively short time. In other words, even though H1B visas …

H-1B visa debate intensifies in US ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration
2 months, 3 weeks ago

H-1B visa debate intensifies in US ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration

Hindustan Times  

Three weeks ahead of Trump's inauguration here on January 20, the debate on foreign guest workers visas for highly skilled professionals, the H-1B, has intensified which has literally created divisions in both the Democratic and the Republican parties. Highly skilled professionals from India walk away with the overwhelming number of H-1B visas – which is Congressional mandated 65,0000 every year …

India stresses skilled professionals' role in ties with US amid H-1B visa scrutiny
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India stresses skilled professionals' role in ties with US amid H-1B visa scrutiny

India Today  

In a recent statement, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, emphasised the importance of the India-US economic partnership, highlighting the crucial role of skilled professionals in driving growth and innovation. Jaiswal's comments come at a time when the H-1B visa programme, which allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations, is under scrutiny. While Trump's campaign …

Trump to find himself at crossroads as new poll reveals 60% of voters don't think US needs more H1B visa workers
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump to find himself at crossroads as new poll reveals 60% of voters don't think US needs more H1B visa workers

Hindustan Times  

Amidst the ongoing H1-B visa controversy, a new survey revealed that six out of Americans believe that the US already has enough skilled workers to train and hire for white-collar jobs and doesn't need any more. Under Trump's first term, the administration modified the H-1B program prohibiting foreign workers and safeguarding Americans seeking similar jobs. The new polls states that …

H-1B Visa Row: Days After Vowing To 'Go To War', Musk Claims System Is Broken; India Monitoring Developments Closely
2 months, 4 weeks ago

H-1B Visa Row: Days After Vowing To 'Go To War', Musk Claims System Is Broken; India Monitoring Developments Closely

ABP News  

Elon Musk has labelled the H-1B visa system "broken" and in need of "major reform," just days after vowing to "go to war" in defence of the programme. Responding to a user advocating for the US to attract elite global talent without relying on the current H-1B system, Musk proposed solutions such as increasing the minimum salary for visa holders …

Elon Musk vs MAGA debate intensifies; how H-1B visa approvals looked during Donald Trump’s first term as US president
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk vs MAGA debate intensifies; how H-1B visa approvals looked during Donald Trump’s first term as US president

Live Mint  

The H-1B visa programme has been a significant topic of discussion in the United States, especially during Donald Trump's presidency. Understanding H-1B visa programme The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in speciality occupations requiring a high level of skill and at least a bachelor's degree. H-1B visa statistics under Donald …

What is the H-1B visa programme in the US? How has it sparked a war within the MAGA camp?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

What is the H-1B visa programme in the US? How has it sparked a war within the MAGA camp?

Firstpost  

The H-1B visa programme, a lifeline for US tech innovation, is now a battleground for Republicans. File Image/Reuters The H-1B visa programme, a cornerstone of America’s efforts to attract highly skilled foreign professionals, is now being hotly debated within Republican circles in the US. Tough questions demand tough answers & if… — Vivek Ramaswamy December 26, 2024 For Trump loyalists, …

Mint Primer: How H-1B visas got caught in the MAGA debate
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mint Primer: How H-1B visas got caught in the MAGA debate

Live Mint  

It allows companies to hire foreign workers for specialized roles in the US. America’s tech industry heavily relies on engineers and professionals from countries like India, with over 70% of H-1B visa holders being Indian, highlighting their role in the US tech economy. The American Immigration Council notes that H-1B workers’ economic contributions may boost job opportunities for native-born workers …

H1-B debate heats up: Why the US work permit is crucial for Indians amid Musk, Trump, and MAGA clash
2 months, 3 weeks ago

H1-B debate heats up: Why the US work permit is crucial for Indians amid Musk, Trump, and MAGA clash

Live Mint  

Amid the public debate over the use of the H-1B visa, President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday said, ‘he fully backs the program for foreign tech workers opposed by some of his supporters’. The comment comes billionaire tech CEO Elon Musk, in a series a X posts, vowed late Friday to go to "war" to defend the visa program for foreign …

Vivek Ramaswamy’s H-1B overhaul plan: A win for Indian workers in US?
3 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy’s H-1B overhaul plan: A win for Indian workers in US?

Live Mint  

US Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy has emerged as a vocal supporter for H-1B visa reforms — putting him at loggerheads with many MAGA leaders. The development came a day after US President-elect Donald Trump appointed Sriram Krishnan as a senior policy advisor earlier this week. Krishnan has also been a vocal advocate for immigration laws based on merit — favouring …

H-1B visa reforms looming: What is annual cap, and how will it impact Indian professionals?
3 months ago

H-1B visa reforms looming: What is annual cap, and how will it impact Indian professionals?

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American venture capitalist Sriram Krishnan as the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy's senior policy advisor for artificial intelligence. Krishnan’s appointment comes as the US administration, current US administration is likely to take a bill that seeks to overturn the country cap for H-1B visas and alter the prospects of highly skilled people …

H-1B visa overhaul 2025: Key changes and benefits for tech professionals
3 months ago

H-1B visa overhaul 2025: Key changes and benefits for tech professionals

India Today  

In encouraging news for Indian techies, the outgoing Joe Biden administration in the United States has announced reforms to the popular H-1B visa programme. Skilled Indian workers, who make up a significant chunk of the H-1B visa applicants every year, are expected to benefit from the visa overhaul. Here are the benefits of the new H-1B rules Flexibility The new …

US announces new rules to streamline H-1B visa appointments, relief for Indian techies
3 months, 1 week ago

US announces new rules to streamline H-1B visa appointments, relief for Indian techies

Hindustan Times  

US H1B visa: The US Embassy in India, beginning from January 1, 2025, will implement new regulations for scheduling and rescheduling non-immigrant visa appointments, including those for H-1B visas, aimed at streamlining the process and reducing wait times. The US embassy has announced new rules to streamline the appointment process for visa applicants This announcement on the US embassy's official …

New US visa appointment rules to cut wait time, bring relief for Indians in 2025
3 months, 1 week ago

New US visa appointment rules to cut wait time, bring relief for Indians in 2025

India Today  

The New Year will bring relief for Indians seeking to work and travel in the US. Starting January 1, 2025, the US Embassy in India will introduce new regulations for scheduling and rescheduling non-immigrant visa appointments to streamline the process and reduce wait times. This announcement comes just a day after the Department of Homeland Security revealed new rules to …

Biden admin makes it easier for US companies to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas
3 months, 1 week ago

Biden admin makes it easier for US companies to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: The outgoing Biden administration has relaxed rules for H-1B visas that will make it easier for American companies to hire foreign workers with special skills and facilitate a smoother transition from F-1 student visas to H-1B visas, a move that is likely to benefit thousands of Indian tech professionals. The rule, announced by the Department of Homeland Security on …

H-1B visa revamp: What employers and students need to know
3 months, 1 week ago

H-1B visa revamp: What employers and students need to know

Hindustan Times  

The Biden administration unveiled several changes to the H-1B visa program on Tuesday, hoping to streamline the application process and curb abuses within the system. Significant changes to the H-1B visa program were unveiled by the Biden administration to improve application efficiency and compliance. The H-1B visa program, in operation for over three decades, is a pathway for international students …

H-1B visa rules eased: Outgoing President Joe Biden’s parting gift to US companies
3 months, 1 week ago

H-1B visa rules eased: Outgoing President Joe Biden’s parting gift to US companies

Live Mint  

H-1B Visa Rule: To make the hiring of foreign workers easier for American firms, the outgoing Joe Biden government relaxed the H-1B visa rules on Tuesday. Relaxation of H-1B visa rules will help thousands of Indian tech professionals get high-paying jobs in the US. H-1B visa rules eased: What are the changes announced by Biden govt? “American businesses rely on …

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