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Biden admin makes it easier for US companies to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas
6 days, 18 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 …

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H-1B visa denial rate drops, but curbs could return under Trump: Report
1 week, 4 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 …

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US H-1B visa cap for FY2025 reached: Can Indians still apply and what should applicants do? All details here
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US H-1B visa cap for FY2025 reached: Can Indians still apply and what should applicants do? All details here

Live Mint  

The United States immigration overseeing agency, US Citizenship and Immigration Services, has announced that it has received enough petitions to fulfil the 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa US advanced degree exemption, known as the master’s cap, for fiscal year 2025 as mandated by the Congress. This means that USCIS will issue 65,000 H-1B visas with …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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'Meta biased towards H-1B', Indian origin man's plea to impact foreign worker hirings: What does Section 1981 say
5 months, 3 weeks ago

'Meta biased towards H-1B', Indian origin man's plea to impact foreign worker hirings: What does Section 1981 say

Hindustan Times  

A recent decision by the Ninth U.S. Initially, a California federal judge dismissed Rajaram's claim, holding that section 1981 “does not bar discrimination based on U.S. citizenship.” However, the Ninth Circuit's recent ruling overturned this decision in a 2-1 vote, stating that 42 U.S.C. Rajaram claimed, between 2020 and 2022, he unsuccessfully applied to work at Meta Platforms but was …

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US court denies request for ‘temporary restraining order’ to defer visa-fee hikes, lawsuit set to continue
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US court denies request for ‘temporary restraining order’ to defer visa-fee hikes, lawsuit set to continue

Hindustan Times  

A US district court has reportedly denied a request for a “temporary restraining order” that was meant to postpone the immigration fee hikes coming into effect starting April 1. A US court has denies a request for a ‘temporary restraining order’ on visa-fee hikes Applicants, including American employers, will now be required to bear the higher visa, as well as …

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H-1B visa initial sign-up period ends in 3 days
9 months ago

H-1B visa initial sign-up period ends in 3 days

India Today  

The initial sign-up period for H-1B visas for fiscal 2025 is set to close at 12 noon Eastern Time on March 22, according to a statement from a federal agency. USCIS UPDATES ONLINE ACCOUNT FEATURES Online account users will also be able to collaborate on registrations and petitions with enhanced organisational account features in their online accounts, US Citizenship and …

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H-1B Registration: A guide to file your application process with recent updates
9 months, 3 weeks ago

H-1B Registration: A guide to file your application process with recent updates

Hindustan Times  

It's time for H-1B registration process in United States. H-1B Visa Lottery Changes: Following the Biden administration's Proposed Rule on October 23, 2023, DHS has issued a Final Rule, titled "Improving the H-1B Registration Selection Process and Program Integrity." This rule focuses on modernizing the H-1B lottery registration process with several key provisions, including: A beneficiary-centric selection process has been …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Second H1B visa lottery uncertain but not impossible, expert claims
1 year, 8 months ago

Second H1B visa lottery uncertain but not impossible, expert claims

Live Mint  

The H1B visa is a highly sought-after visa for professional workers who want to work in the United States, and the lottery system can be unpredictable. The H1B visa lottery is an annual process that determines which foreign workers will be granted visas to work in the United States. The possibility of a second round of the H1B visa lottery …

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US to extend H1-B visa registration deadline
1 year, 9 months ago

US to extend H1-B visa registration deadline

Firstpost  

US Citizenship and Immigration Services on Friday informed that the deadline to register for an H1-B visa will be extended as many users were facing technical issues in completing the process New Delhi: US Citizenship and Immigration Services on Friday informed that the deadline to register for an H1-B visa will be extended as many users were facing technical issues …

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Laid off Indian Microsoft employee on H1B visa says she is heartbroken, has limited time to find a new job
1 year, 9 months ago

Laid off Indian Microsoft employee on H1B visa says she is heartbroken, has limited time to find a new job

India Today  

The wave of layoffs is still shaking the tech industry. Indian techies who are on temporary H1B visas in the US are not just looking for a new job for earning but are fighting with the ticking clock to stay in the country. But now, after getting fired from Microsoft, Acharya has limited time to find a new job or …

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Low Annual Limit for H-1B Petitions Affecting US Employers, Claims Study
1 year, 10 months ago

Low Annual Limit for H-1B Petitions Affecting US Employers, Claims Study

News 18  

The low annual limit of 85,000 registrations for H-1B petitions is the main problem facing US employers trying to secure foreign talent, according to a new report about the skilled workers’ visas, the most sought-after by Indian IT professionals. H-1B denial rates have returned to low levels following the Trump administration’s losses in federal court during Donald Trump’s last year …

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United States reaches 65,000 H-1B visa cap for 2023: USCIS
2 years, 4 months ago

United States reaches 65,000 H-1B visa cap for 2023: USCIS

The Hindu  

“The United States has received enough petitions needed to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa cap for the fiscal year 2023,” a federal agency has announced. As mandated by the U. S. Congress, the U. S. can issue a maximum of 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and another 20,000 H-1B visa U. S. advanced degree exemption categories every year. …

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H-1B visa: US receives ‘sufficient’ applications needed to meet 2023 threshold
2 years, 4 months ago

H-1B visa: US receives ‘sufficient’ applications needed to meet 2023 threshold

Live Mint  

The US government department for immigration services announced on August 23 that it had received enough applications to meet the 65,000 H1-B visa threshold set by Congress for the fiscal year 2023. “We have received a sufficient number of petitions needed to reach the Congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and the 20,000 H-1B visa US advanced degree exemption, …

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United States Reaches 65,000 H-1B Visa Cap for 2022: USCIS
2 years, 9 months ago

United States Reaches 65,000 H-1B Visa Cap for 2022: USCIS

News 18  

The US has received enough petitions needed to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B visa cap for the fiscal year 2022, a federal agency has announced. As mandated by the US Congress, the US can issue a maximum of 65,000 H-1B visa regular cap and another 20,000 H-1B visa US advanced degree exemption categories every year. US Citizenship and Immigration …

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Reasons why EB-5 visa is the best route for students who want to study abroad
3 years, 1 month ago

Reasons why EB-5 visa is the best route for students who want to study abroad

India Today  

Carrying hopes and dreams for a better tomorrow, students from across the globe aspire to learn at the world's most outstanding universities. Possibility of lower tuition fees International students with an EB-5 residency are subject to pay tuition lower than their immigrant peers for state universities. However, with an EB-5 Green Card, students are eligible to apply for scholarships offered …

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‘Will require H-1Bs till talent challenge is tackled globally’
3 years, 2 months ago

‘Will require H-1Bs till talent challenge is tackled globally’

The Hindu  

The need for H-1B visas will continue to exist till the ‘talent challenge’ is tackled globally, even though the information technology industry has successfully adopted the work-from-home model amid pandemic-related travel restrictions, said Shivendra Singh, vice president and head of Global Trade Development at Nasscom. “That has accentuated the challenge in terms of availability of skills,” he said, adding that …

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USCIS should approve H-1B visas for 6 years, suggests Cato Institute's David Bier
3 years, 7 months ago

USCIS should approve H-1B visas for 6 years, suggests Cato Institute's David Bier

Hindustan Times  

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services recently revoked a memo, issued during the Donald Trump administration, to ensure smoother H-1B visa extension. While the new memo came as a huge relief for foreign workers with temporary work visas, David J. Bier, a research fellow at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C., believes much more …

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H-1B visa: Three Republicans bring legislation in Congress to end ‘allure of cheap foreign labour’
3 years, 9 months ago

H-1B visa: Three Republicans bring legislation in Congress to end ‘allure of cheap foreign labour’

The Hindu  

Three Republican U.S. lawmakers have introduced a legislation in Congress to bar American employers from hiring H-1B workers, who are mostly highly-skilled Indian IT professionals, if they have recently, or plan to fire their local workers, seeking to put an end to the “allure of cheap foreign labour”. According to its text released on March 3, a foreign guest worker …

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