Trump's Executive Order on H-1B, L-1 Visas for Foreign Workers Cost Companies $100 Billion: Report
4 years, 2 months ago

Trump's Executive Order on H-1B, L-1 Visas for Foreign Workers Cost Companies $100 Billion: Report

News 18  

Washington: President Donald Trump's executive order restricting entry of skilled foreign workers into the US, mainly on H-1B and L-1 visas, has resulted in an estimated loss of $100 billion to companies and will have lasting negative impacts on firms here, according to a prominent American think-tank. The executive order signed by Trump on June 22, that had temporarily banned issuing fresh H-1B and L-1 visas till December 31, caused a negative impact to the valuation of Fortune 500 firms equivalent to over USD 100 billion in losses, Brookings Institute said in a report released this week. Meanwhile, the American Immigration Council on Thursday said another proposed rule by the Department of Homeland Security limiting the admission periods of foreign students and exchange visitors could devastate US leadership in scientific research and technological innovation. A proposed rule by the Department of Homeland Security limiting the admission periods of foreign students and exchange visitors could devastate US leadership in scientific research and technological innovation, it said.

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US announces new rules to streamline H-1B visa appointments, relief for Indian techies
5 days, 8 hours 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 …

Biden admin makes it easier for US companies to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas
6 days, 5 hours 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 …

US announces H-1B visa overhaul: 4 key points for applicants here
6 days, 18 hours ago

US announces H-1B visa overhaul: 4 key points for applicants here

India Today  

The Department of Homeland Security has announced a final rule to modernise the H-1B visa programme, enabling US companies to fill job vacancies in critical fields more effectively. The H-1B visa update would also benefit Indian students on F-1 visas in the US as the new rules seek to help them transition to jobs. Effective date - The new rules …

US announces H-1B visa overhaul to fill jobs faster; Indians likely to benefit most
6 days, 18 hours ago

US announces H-1B visa overhaul to fill jobs faster; Indians likely to benefit most

India Today  

In what would cheer hundreds of thousands of Indians, the Department of Homeland Security has announced a final rule to modernise the H-1B visa programme, enabling US companies to fill critical job vacancies more effectively. The new rule also permits quicker processing for individuals previously approved for an H-1B visa and extends eligibility to beneficiaries with a controlling interest in …

Major overhaul being planned for H-1B visa programme: What we know so far
1 week, 2 days ago

Major overhaul being planned for H-1B visa programme: What we know so far

Hindustan Times  

A comprehensive regulatory overhaul of the United States' H-1B visa programme is currently being reviewed by the White House Office of Information of Regulatory Affairs, as per a report in Bloomberg Law. Last year, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services issued draft regulations to adjust the eligibility criteria, including degree requirements, for the specialty occupation visas used primarily by the …

H-1B visa denial rate drops, but curbs could return under Trump: Report
1 week, 3 days ago

H-1B visa denial rate drops, but curbs could return under Trump: Report

India Today  

The H-1B visa programme, much sought after by high-skilled foreign professionals seeking work in the United States, has seen a notable decline in denial rates for initial employment in recent years. In the fiscal year 2024, the denial rate for H-1B visa petitions for initial employment remained relatively low at 2.5%, down from 3.5% in FY 2023. During his first …

Foreign nationals propel U.S. science. Visa limits under Trump could change that
1 month ago

Foreign nationals propel U.S. science. Visa limits under Trump could change that

NPR  

Foreign nationals propel U.S. science. Visa limits under Trump could change that toggle caption Kiichiro Sato/AP Foreign-born workers account for about half of the doctoral-level scientists and engineers working in the U.S. But the incoming Trump administration has signaled that it will crack down on H-1B visas, which could make it harder for universities, research institutions, and tech firms in …

Trump 2.0: The Indian IT sector may need to re-evaluate its US-centric model
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump 2.0: The Indian IT sector may need to re-evaluate its US-centric model

Live Mint  

The US has been the largest market for India’s IT services industry for decades, with companies like HCL, Infosys and TCS providing outsourced services to American firms across sectors. During his first presidency, the Trump administration made substantial changes to the H1B visa scheme, which is the lifeblood of the Indian IT industry’s operations in the US. The second Trump …

MEA addresses H-1B Visa concerns as Donald Trump returns to White House with his immigration policies
1 month, 2 weeks ago

MEA addresses H-1B Visa concerns as Donald Trump returns to White House with his immigration policies

Live Mint  

India expressed its commitment to enhancing dialogue with the United States on H-1B Visa policies and related issues, emphasizing the importance of mobility and migration as part of their bilateral relationship. Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasizing India’s interest in maintaining robust dialogue on these issues with the U.S., said, "We would like to have a good dialogue …

Here are 5 ways Trump's return as US president is expected to affect H-1B visa rules
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Here are 5 ways Trump's return as US president is expected to affect H-1B visa rules

Firstpost  

From stricter eligibility criteria to increased wage requirements and other legislative changes, here’s a look at how Trump 2.0 could affect H-1B visa rules as well as the Indian IT industry Donald Trump's return to power is likely to affect rules around H-1B visa approvals in the US. During his first term, from 2016-2020, Trump introduced policies aimed at tightening …

With Donald Trump in Oval Office, should US-bound Indian students be worried?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

With Donald Trump in Oval Office, should US-bound Indian students be worried?

Live Mint  

With Donald Trump set to occupy the Oval Office in January next year as the 47th President of the United States, do the US-bound Indian students have any reason to worry? The campaign for presidency spearheaded by Donald Trump had targeted – time and again – the Joe Biden-led Democrats for being too soft on migrants and for reportedly failing …

How will Donald Trump's re-election impact the H-1B visa landscape?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How will Donald Trump's re-election impact the H-1B visa landscape?

India Today  

The US presidential elections 2025 came to a head on Wednesday and Donald Trump's recent re-election has reignited discussions about the future of the H-1B visa programme, a critical pathway for skilled foreign professionals seeking employment in the United States, especially Indians. TRUMP'S HISTORY OF RESTRICTIVE POLICIES During his first term, Trump consistently implemented several measures to tighten immigration, including …

Trump’s Immigration, Outsourcing Policies Can Hit India’s It Sector
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s Immigration, Outsourcing Policies Can Hit India’s It Sector

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: US President Donald Trump’s tough stance on immigration laws, especially H-1B visas, and outsourcing can potentially restrict the American dreams of Indian professionals while impacting costs and growth of Indian IT companies. Stricter policies on outsourcing and possible restrictions on H-1B visas could disrupt India’s IT sector, which relies heavily on the US market. In his previous term, Trump’s …

Trump’s second coming: Hopes and dreams dangle for Indian techies and students
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s second coming: Hopes and dreams dangle for Indian techies and students

Live Mint  

Mumbai: Donald Trump’s electoral comeback has prompted some crystal-gazing into what his second term as American president could mean for Indian employees and students aspiring to move to the US. That said, domestic education and visa consultants are banking on Trump’s other rhetoric—to revive the US economy—to open a route at least for India’s much-vaunted technology employees and students pursuing …

How should you prepare for H1B visa programme under Donald Trump regime? Explained
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How should you prepare for H1B visa programme under Donald Trump regime? Explained

Live Mint  

Donald Trump on Wednesday promised to bring a “golden age” for America, as he appeared poised to win the presidential election with a mandate he called “unprecedented and powerful”. Tough laws expected for immigrants, H1B visa holders Now, Trump's second term is likely to bring tough laws and rules for immigrants, incuding H1B visa holders A BAL report states, in …

Second term for Trump likely to have limited negative impact on Indian IT sector: Report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Second term for Trump likely to have limited negative impact on Indian IT sector: Report

Live Mint  

Donald Trump took to stage to on Wednesday to declare victory and pledged to bring a “golden age" to the United States. During his first term, former President Trump enacted Executive Order 13788, “Buy American and Hire American,” which increased restrictions on H-1B visas and led to a notable rise in H-1B and L-1 visa denial rates. Limited impact On …

US Election 2024: ‘Buy American and Hire American’ — Will H-1B visa turn ‘cold’ if Donald Trump wins?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US Election 2024: ‘Buy American and Hire American’ — Will H-1B visa turn ‘cold’ if Donald Trump wins?

Live Mint  

The outcome of the upcoming US presidential election could have major implications for employment-based immigration, particularly with regard to H-1B visas, a report by JM Financial highlighted. The report noted that if Donald Trump were to regain power, his administration's previous restrictive policies could resurface, potentially leading to increased scrutiny and denial rates for H-1B and L-1 visas, ANI reported. …

Trump proposes green cards for foreign grads of US colleges, departing from anti-immigrant rhetoric
6 months ago

Trump proposes green cards for foreign grads of US colleges, departing from anti-immigrant rhetoric

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. MIAMI — Former President Donald Trump said in an interview posted Thursday he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from U.S. colleges, a sharp departure from the anti-immigrant rhetoric he typically uses on the campaign trail. Trump was asked about plans for companies to be …

Trump called this visa ‘very bad’ for Americans. Truth Social applied for one
8 months ago

Trump called this visa ‘very bad’ for Americans. Truth Social applied for one

Associated Press  

Follow live: Updates from AP’s coverage of the presidential election. Records show the investment firm started by Trump’s son-in-law and White House adviser, Jared Kushner, also filed an application and was approved to hire a foreigner as an associate under the same visa program. Trump Media & Technology Group said in a statement the application “was made under prior management,” …

Exploring some leading Gen-Z loved companies that sponsor H-1B visas
9 months, 1 week ago

Exploring some leading Gen-Z loved companies that sponsor H-1B visas

Hindustan Times  

The allure of the US as a career destination is undeniable for many driven professionals worldwide. Annually, industry giants like Amazon, Google, and IBM sponsor a multitude of H-1B visas, seeking to attract top global talent, predominantly in the tech sector. In 2023, Bytedance expanded its global team by sponsoring 599 H-1B visas, offering roles in operations, marketing, finance, and …

‘Biden doing everything to improve the H1B visa process’, says White House
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Biden doing everything to improve the H1B visa process’, says White House

Hindustan Times  

US President Joe Biden is doing everything he can to improve the H1B visa process, 'green card' backlog and other issues related to the country's legal immigration system, the White House has said. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical …

Biden doing everything to improve the visa process and Green Card backlog: White House
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden doing everything to improve the visa process and Green Card backlog: White House

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden is doing everything he can to improve the process related to the sought-after H-1B visa, Green Card backlog and other issues related to the country's legal immigration system, the White House has said. "One of the steps, if we look at the H-1B visa process, we have taken action to improve that and the process …

Bipartisan National Security Agreement: Spouses, children of H-1B visa holders to get 100K work authorisation
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Bipartisan National Security Agreement: Spouses, children of H-1B visa holders to get 100K work authorisation

Hindustan Times  

In a huge relief for H-1B visa holders, a White House-backed bipartisan deal has been unveiled under which automatic work authorisation would be granted to about 100,000 H-4 visa holders, who are spouses and children of a certain category of H-1B visa holders. In another good news for Indian American immigrants, the bill provides ageing-out protection for children of long-term …

Bipartisan National Security Agreement provides 100K work authorisation to spouses and children of H-1B visa holders
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Bipartisan National Security Agreement provides 100K work authorisation to spouses and children of H-1B visa holders

The Hindu  

In a huge relief for H-1B visa holders, a White House-backed bipartisan deal has been unveiled under which automatic work authorisation would be granted to about 100,000 H-4 visa holders, who are spouses and children of a certain category of H-1B visa holders. In another good news for Indian American immigrants, the bill provides ageing-out protection for children of long-term …

US hikes visa fees for H-1B, other categories
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US hikes visa fees for H-1B, other categories

Hindustan Times  

Washington : The US has announced a steep increase in fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like the H-1B, L-1 and EB-5, the most popular among Indians. The US has announced a steep increase in fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like the H-1B, L-1 and EB-5, the most popular among Indians. The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant …

US hikes visa fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like H-1B, EB-5 among others
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US hikes visa fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like H-1B, EB-5 among others

The Hindu  

The US has announced a steep increase in fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like the H-1B, L-1 and EB-5, the most popular among Indians. To come into force from April 1, the new H-1B application visa fee, which is form I-129, has been increased from USD 460 to USD 780. For the government, the primary benefits include reduced …

US hikes visa fees of several categories including H1-B, EB-5 which are most popular among Indians
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US hikes visa fees of several categories including H1-B, EB-5 which are most popular among Indians

India TV News  

Washington: In a series of recent changes in the visa rules and process, the United States has announced a steep increase in fees for various categories of non-immigrant visas like the H-1B, L-1 and EB-5, the most popular among Indians. New US visa fee To come into force from April 1, the new H-1B application visa fee, which is form …

US announces overhaul of its annual lottery for H-1B visas
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US announces overhaul of its annual lottery for H-1B visas

Hindustan Times  

Washington : The US has announced a major overhaul of its annual lottery for the H-1B speciality occupation visas, popular among Indian IT professionals, to curtail the potential for fraud and improve and streamline the registration system. The US has announced a major overhaul of its annual lottery for the H-1B speciality occupation visas, popular among Indian IT professionals, to …

H-1B visa application process to begin March 6
10 months, 3 weeks ago

H-1B visa application process to begin March 6

The Hindu  

The H-1B visa application submission process for the fiscal year 2025 would start from March 6, a U.S. federal agency said Tuesday as it announced a major overhaul of its annual lottery for this specialty occupation visa. USCIS said the initial registration period for the fiscal 2025 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on March 6, and run through …

US launches fresh 5-week selection criteria for H-1B visa
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US launches fresh 5-week selection criteria for H-1B visa

India Today  

The US has formally launched a pilot programme to renew the much sought-after H-1B foreign work visas domestically, a move that is likely to benefit thousands of Indian tech professionals. In a statement on Monday, the State Department said the pilot programme will accept applications from January 29, 2024, through April 1, 2024, or when all application slots are filled, …

US hits H1B visa limit for 2024, here's what's next for businesses and foreign workers
1 year ago

US hits H1B visa limit for 2024, here's what's next for businesses and foreign workers

Hindustan Times  

The United States has hit the annual cap for H-1B visas, as confirmed by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, marking a crucial development in immigration. The USCIS stated that it has received a sufficient number of petitions to meet both the regular cap of 65,000 and the US advanced degree exemption, commonly known as the master’s cap, set at …

Highly skilled H-1B workers pivot from U.S to Canada amid visa program changes
1 year ago

Highly skilled H-1B workers pivot from U.S to Canada amid visa program changes

Hindustan Times  

Thousands of highly skilled international workers holding H-1B visas in the United States are opting for job opportunities in Canada. The shift comes in the wake of changes made to the H-1B program under former President Donald Trump, which created hurdles for bringing in highly skilled immigrant talent. "The highly educated foreign national is really at the mercy of the …

U. S new visa rule could boost local hiring, warns Nasscom
1 year, 1 month ago

U. S new visa rule could boost local hiring, warns Nasscom

The Hindu  

However, Nasscom welcomed ‘the Biden Administration’s recognition of the substantial gap in supply and demand for skilled workers’ The United States’ new proposed Rule to “modernise H1-B requirements” could align with new visa norms to boost STEM hiring within the country, warned Indian tech industry’s apex body Nasscom on Thursday. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposed “Rule Modernizing H-1B …

US Proposes H-1B Program Changes Focusing on Streamlining Eligibility, Enhancing Efficiency
1 year, 2 months ago

US Proposes H-1B Program Changes Focusing on Streamlining Eligibility, Enhancing Efficiency

News 18  

The Biden administration is proposing changes in the H-1B foreign workers programme to improve efficiency by streamlining eligibility, providing more flexibility to F-1 students, entrepreneurs and those working for non-profit bodies and ensuring better conditions for other non-immigrant workers. Making the proposed rules public for stakeholders to give their comments and feedback, the Department of Homeland Security said the proposed …

US plans major H1B visa overhaul, says 'will increase chances of selection'
1 year, 2 months ago

US plans major H1B visa overhaul, says 'will increase chances of selection'

India Today  

The Biden administration is proposing changes in the H-1B foreign workers programme to improve efficiency by streamlining eligibility, providing more flexibility to F-1 students, entrepreneurs and those working for non-profit bodies and ensuring better condition for other non-immigrant workers. Observing that the H-1B non-immigrant visa programme allows US employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in speciality occupations, defined by statute …

White House aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy vows to end H-1B visa programme
1 year, 3 months ago

White House aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy vows to end H-1B visa programme

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: Describing the H-1B visa programme as a form of "indentured servitude", Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed to gut the lottery-based system and replace it with meritocratic admission if he wins the race to the White House in 2024. The H-1B visa, much sought-after among Indian IT professionals, is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to …

US presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy calls H-1B visas 'indentured servitude'; vows to 'gut it' if makes White House
1 year, 3 months ago

US presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy calls H-1B visas 'indentured servitude'; vows to 'gut it' if makes White House

Firstpost  

The H-1B visa, much sought-after among Indian IT professionals, is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise Describing the H-1B visa programme as a form of ‘indentured servitude, Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed to gut the lottery-based system and replace it with meritocratic admission …

Indian-American GOP Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Aims to End H-1B Visa, Labels it 'Servitude'
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian-American GOP Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Aims to End H-1B Visa, Labels it 'Servitude'

News 18  

Calling the H-1B visa programme “indentured servitude”, Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed to gut the lottery-based system and replace it with meritocratic admission if he wins the race to the White House in 2024. From 2018 through 2023, US Citizenship and Immigration Services approved 29 applications for Ramaswamy’s former company, Roivant Sciences, to hire employees under H-1B …

Vivek Ramaswamy wants to end H-1B visa programme, calls it 'indentured servitude'
1 year, 3 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy wants to end H-1B visa programme, calls it 'indentured servitude'

The Hindu  

Calling the H-1B visa programme "indentured servitude", Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed to “gut” the lottery-based system and replace it with meritocratic admission if he wins the race to the White House in 2024. “I have gone on to found multi-billion-dollar companies.” Ramaswamy’s stance on H-1B visas is reminiscent of the 2016 Trump campaign, when then-candidate Donald …

US plan of in-country renewable H-1B visas may allow quick travel of Indian IT professionals to client location
1 year, 5 months ago

US plan of in-country renewable H-1B visas may allow quick travel of Indian IT professionals to client location

Hindustan Times  

The US announcement to introduce in-country renewable of H-1B visas will help swift movement of Indian IT professionals and promote services exports, SEPC said on Wednesday. US plan of in-country renewable H-1B visas may allow quick travel of Indian IT professionals to client location Services Export Promotion Council said that the decision would allow easier on-site client engagement by domestic …

Easier work visas after Modi's US visit? Indians always had lion's share of H-1B
1 year, 6 months ago

Easier work visas after Modi's US visit? Indians always had lion's share of H-1B

India Today  

The Joe Biden administration in the US has made it easier for Indians to live and work in the country in the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s State visit. In 2013, the US approved around 2.86 lakh H-1B visas, of which more than 1.87 lakh went to Indians — a 65.3 per cent approval rate. Then, in FY 2020, …

US to ease H-1B visas for skilled Indian workers as Modi visits
1 year, 6 months ago

US to ease H-1B visas for skilled Indian workers as Modi visits

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: The Biden administration will make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States, using this week's state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help some skilled workers enter or remain in the country, according to three people familiar with the matter. The State Department could announce as soon as Thursday that a small number …

H1B visa rules change? US to ease norms during PM Modi's visit
1 year, 6 months ago

H1B visa rules change? US to ease norms during PM Modi's visit

Hindustan Times  

The Biden administration will make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States, using this week's state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help some skilled workers enter or remain in the country, according to three people familiar with the matter. File photo of a US visa The State Department could announce as soon as …

US to Ease H-1B Visa Rules for Skilled Indian Workers as PM Modi Visits. Check Details
1 year, 6 months ago

US to Ease H-1B Visa Rules for Skilled Indian Workers as PM Modi Visits. Check Details

News 18  

At a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on the state visit to the United States, the Joe Biden administration is expected to make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States. The US State Department is expected to announce that a small number of Indians and other foreign workers on H-1B visas will be …

U.S. to ease visas for skilled Indian workers as PM Modi visits
1 year, 6 months ago

U.S. to ease visas for skilled Indian workers as PM Modi visits

The Hindu  

The Biden administration will make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States, using this week's state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help some skilled workers enter or remain in the country, according to three people familiar with the matter. The State Department could announce as soon as Thursday that a small number of …

US to ease H-1B visa rules for skilled Indian workers | All you need to know
1 year, 6 months ago

US to ease H-1B visa rules for skilled Indian workers | All you need to know

India Today  

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States, the Biden administration is preparing to facilitate the residence and employment of Indians in the country. Under the new regulations, a select group of Indian and other foreign workers on H-1B visas will be able to renew their visas within the United States, eliminating the need to travel abroad. According …

Big US immigration update provides cheer for H-1B and L-1 visa holders amid cloud of uncertainty and job less
1 year, 6 months ago

Big US immigration update provides cheer for H-1B and L-1 visa holders amid cloud of uncertainty and job less

Hindustan Times  

There is a glimmer of hope for Indian immigrants living in United States amidst the cloud of uncertainty after recent layoffs across big tech firms. Citizenship and Immigration Services has rolled out a new policy, PA-2023-18, that unveils a new blueprint providing guidance on Employment Authorization Documents in the face of pressing circumstances. The policy will be particularly benefiting the …

US to process more than a million visas to Indians, says Biden administration official
1 year, 8 months ago

US to process more than a million visas to Indians, says Biden administration official

Firstpost  

Washington: The US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Donald Lu said that the country is currently working to issue more than a million visas to Indians this year, ensuring that the Biden administration is committed to processing all student visas for Indians who are due to attend school this year. Tech companies usually depend on such …

Spouses of H-1B visa holders can work in U.S., says judge
1 year, 8 months ago

Spouses of H-1B visa holders can work in U.S., says judge

The Hindu  

March 30, 2023 08:21 am | Updated 06:56 pm IST - Washington In a big relief for foreign workers in the U.S. tech sector, a judge has ruled that spouses of H-1B visa holders can work in the United States. In the process, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan dismissed a lawsuit filed by Save Jobs USA which had approached the …

Bill to reform H-1B and L-1 visa programme introduced in US Senate
1 year, 8 months ago

Bill to reform H-1B and L-1 visa programme introduced in US Senate

Firstpost  

`Washington: A group of influential lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in the US Senate to comprehensively overhaul the H-1B and L-1 visa programmes and usher in more transparency in the recruitment of foreign workers. The H-1B and L-1 Visa Reform Act will reduce fraud and abuse in the immigration system, provide protections for American workers and visa holders, and require …

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