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US Ends Most Visa Interview Waivers from September 2

Beginning September 2, the United States will eliminate most visa interview waivers, requiring nearly all nonimmigrant visa applicants—including children under 14 and seniors over 79—to appear in person for consular…

admin September 1, 2025

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Global Alternatives Rise as H-1B Visa Tightens for Indians

The H-1B visa has long been the preferred gateway for Indian technology and STEM professionals seeking career opportunities in the United States. However, with President Donald Trump’s administration moving toward…

admin August 28, 2025

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USCIS Policy Reversal Puts H-1B Families’ Children at Risk of Aging Out

In a major setback for immigrant families, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reversed a Biden-era policy that protected dependent children of H-1B visa holders from “aging out”…

admin August 25, 2025

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“EB-5: A Faster Path to Green Cards for H-1B Visa Holders

The H-1B visa has long served as a critical stepping stone for highly skilled professionals seeking permanent residence in the United States. For many, selection in the H-1B lottery represents…

admin August 20, 2025

Green Card Processing Halt Triggers Uncertainty for H-1B Visa Holders

The recent halt in green card processing by the Trump administration, including the suspension of adjustment-of-status petitions, has sparked widespread anxiety among H-1B visa holders. Many of these skilled professionals…

admin July 26, 2025

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Trump’s “Hire Americans” Pitch Alarms Indian Tech Talent

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent call for Big Tech to “hire Americans”—not Indians—has sent ripples of concern through India’s student and professional communities, particularly those eyeing opportunities in the…

admin July 25, 2025

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US Plans Merit-Based H-1B Visa Selection by Salary

The United States is tightening regulations around visa issuance, with potential changes on the horizon for the H-1B work visa system. The U.S. government is considering replacing the current random…

Admin July 20, 2025

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Microsoft Slammed Over H-1B Visas Amid Layoffs

Microsoft is drawing increasing criticism over its handling of H-1B visa applications, as new reports highlight a growing disconnect between the company’s foreign hiring practices and recent mass layoffs in…

admin July 4, 2025

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The US Dream Is Slipping

Every year, thousands of Indian students arrive in the United States, driven by ambition and the promise of a brighter future. With dreams fueled by advanced degrees and the allure…

admin June 26, 2025

3 H-1B Workers Denied Re-entry to US Over India Trip

A viral social media post has sparked anxiety among H-1B visa holders after reports surfaced that three Indian nationals were denied re-entry into the United States for staying in India…

admin June 24, 2025

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US Cracks Down on EB-1A Visa Fraud

The U.S. government has intensified its crackdown on fraudulent green card applications, with a particular focus on the EB-1A “extraordinary ability” visa category — long considered one of the most…

Admin June 14, 2025

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USCIS Issues Unusual RFEs, Sparking Concern Over H-1B Process

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun issuing a new and unprecedented form of Request for Evidence (RFE) in connection with H-1B visa and employment-based immigrant petitions. According…

admin April 22, 2025