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

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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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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US H-4, L-2 visa holders to get automatic work permit renewal for 540 days

Live Mint

The US Department of Homeland Security has announced automatic extension of the work permit renewal period for H-4 and L-2 visa holders, from 180 days to up to 540 days. Earlier in December, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services announced it received sufficient petitions to meet the congressionally mandated limits for H-1B visas for fiscal year 2025. In a post …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Indian H1B lottery winner in tough spot after layoff amid job search and visa deadline

Hindustan Times

An Indian professional who was fortunate enough to win the H1B lottery this year is now confronting an unexpected hurdle after being laid off from his job. After winning the H1B lottery, an Indian worker faces job loss and a 60-day deadline to find new employment to keep his visa status. This 60-day grace period is provided by U.S. immigration …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

US education or elsewhere? Trump 2.0 sparks doubts for global and Indian students

India Today

Donald Trump’s return as the US President is poised to ripple through the global education landscape, giving Indian students who wish to study in the country much to think about. However, as Rahul Shaw, Assistant Professor, Alliance School of Law Alliance University, notes, "The promise of automatic green cards for graduates could make the US a more attractive destination for …

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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 …

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1 month, 1 week ago

A Trump appointment may be cause for concern for Indian techies. Here's why

India Today

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, his recent appointments and policy announcements point to a hardline stance on immigration, with significant implications for Indian immigrants -- both those entering illegally and those legally in the US on work visas. This announcement follows Homan’s repeated assertions that Trump is the president who “did the most” to secure US …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Tough times ahead for Indian immigrants in the U.S., Say Trump advisors

India Today

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, his recent appointments and policy announcements point to a hardline stance on immigration, with significant implications for Indian immigrants—both those entering illegally and those legally in the U.S. on work visas. Homan's mandate includes overseeing deportations, and he has promised to implement “the biggest deportation operation this country’s ever seen.” This …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Indian Man Wants Elon Musk To Convince US President-Elect Donald Trump For H-1B Visa Reforms

ABP News

X owner Elon Musk has supported US President-Elect Donald Trump during this election quite vocally and it is likely that Trump would return the favour in some manner. Sanjeev Ranjan while referring to Musk wrote, "It took you 10 years to obtain citizenship in the USA, including your undergraduate and master's studies. You moved to the US in 1992 and …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s triumph: What it means for study-abroad aspirants from India

The Hindu

Donald Trump has not only won the U.S. Presidential elections in 2024 but also the popular vote, which he did not do in 2016. OPT & H-1B: Legal pathways The Optional Practical Training program provides overseas students with a valuable opportunity to get practical work experience in the United States, complementing their academic studies with real-world applications. The advantage of …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Indian Americans seek Elon Musk's help for H-1B visa reforms, ‘It took you 10 years to…’

Hindustan Times

An Indian man took to X to ask Elon Musk to ensure there are H-1B visa reforms now that Donald Trump has won the election. Indian Americans seek Elon Musk's help to for H-1B visa reforms “Dear @elonmusk, Congratulations on winning the election! Another said, “@elonmusk atleast make it a point for students who come here on a F1 visa …

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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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1 month, 2 weeks ago

2024 US Elections: Are Indian H1-B spouses in danger? What could change for them under Trump’s ‘America First’ policy

Live Mint

2024 US Elections: Following Donald Trump's electoral victory on Wednesday, over a lakh Indian families are concerned, as there is now a possibility that work permits of H-4 dependent spouses could be revoked under the US President-designate's ‘America First’ policy. The EAD acts as a ‘gateway’ not only to financial freedom for H-4 visa holders but also allows them to …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's America First Agenda May Tighten H-1B Visa Rules: Experts

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: With Donald Trump all set to become US president, Indian exporters may face high customs duties for goods like automobiles, textiles and pharmaceuticals if the new US administration decides to pursue the 'America First' agenda, opined trade experts. Global Trade Research Initiative Founder Ajay Srivastava said that Trump may extend tariffs beyond China to include India and other …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nifty IT soared 150% during Trump’s first term. Is a repeat show likely under his second stint?

Live Mint

Former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump secured a significant victory in the 2024 US presidential election, marking a historic comeback after his defeat in 2020. With Trump now back in power, expectations have surged that the proposed corporate tax cuts could boost discretionary spending by enterprises—a key factor behind the global stock rally observed on Wednesday. The Tax Foundation, …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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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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 …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance

Hindustan Times

US presidential election 2024: Donald Trump emphasizes strengthening ties between the US and India. Trump emphasizes economic and trade policies, defence and security cooperation, and immigration policies during his visit to India. He also addresses the issue of exiled Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina seeking refuge in India.

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian-American Bizman Probed For Role In H-1B Visa Lottery Scam, Contested Elections From Congress Ticket

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Kandi Srinivasa Reddy, an Indian American businessman, is facing allegations of manipulating the H-1B visa lottery system in the US. Reddy, who has connections in both US and India, manipulated the H-1B visa lottery system through “multiple registration” where he submitted several applications for the same person under different company names. Recent changes to the H-1B visa lottery system, designed …

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

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

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

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

US H-4, L-2 visa holders to get automatic work permit renewal for 540 days

Indian H1B lottery winner in tough spot after layoff amid job search and visa deadline

US education or elsewhere? Trump 2.0 sparks doubts for global and Indian students

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

A Trump appointment may be cause for concern for Indian techies. Here's why

Tough times ahead for Indian immigrants in the U.S., Say Trump advisors

Indian Man Wants Elon Musk To Convince US President-Elect Donald Trump For H-1B Visa Reforms

Trump’s triumph: What it means for study-abroad aspirants from India

Indian Americans seek Elon Musk's help for H-1B visa reforms, ‘It took you 10 years to…’

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

2024 US Elections: Are Indian H1-B spouses in danger? What could change for them under Trump’s ‘America First’ policy

Trump's America First Agenda May Tighten H-1B Visa Rules: Experts

Nifty IT soared 150% during Trump’s first term. Is a repeat show likely under his second stint?

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

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

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

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

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

Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance

Indian-American Bizman Probed For Role In H-1B Visa Lottery Scam, Contested Elections From Congress Ticket