US visa policy Archives

US Judge Clears Trump-Era $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee, DHS Moves to Wage-Based Lottery

A federal judge has cleared the way for the Trump administration to impose a steep $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, delivering a major setback to U.S. technology companies…

admin December 24, 2025

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US Bans Third-Country Visa Appointments for Indians

In a sweeping policy shift, the US Department of State has overhauled its global visa appointment system for non-immigrant categories. Effective immediately, applicants are required to schedule their visa interviews…

admin September 9, 2025

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Trump Administration Set to Overhaul H-1B Visa Rules

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to revamp the H-1B visa program, introducing stricter eligibility criteria, enhanced scrutiny of employers, and a focus on higher-paid workers—changes that could significantly affect…

Admin September 7, 2025

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US Visa Dropbox Ends: Mandatory Interviews From Sept 2025

Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. government will end the "dropbox" interview waiver program for most visa categories, including H-1B renewals. This means nearly all applicants renewing H-1B, L1, F1,…

Admin August 10, 2025

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Reddit Post Sparks Debate on US Immigration for Indians

A Reddit post by an Indian-American citizen has ignited a vigorous online debate by drawing parallels between the evolving U.S. immigration system and the Gulf model, particularly in how it…

admin July 30, 2025

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US Visa Crackdown Hits Indian Students

Indian students pursuing higher education in the United States are facing increased uncertainty due to the implementation of stricter visa screening protocols by the Trump administration. Recent developments include revoked…

admin July 28, 2025

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US Warns Visa Holders: Follow Rules or Face Deportation

US Embassy Issues Stern Advisory on Visa Compliance and Social Media Disclosure In a recently issued travel advisory, the US Embassy in India has reminded visa holders that securing a…

admin July 13, 2025

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US Cuts Visa Dropbox Eligibility to 12 Months, Causing Delays for Indian Travelers

Indian travelers seeking to renew their US visas may now face new challenges due to a sudden policy change by the U.S. Department of State. Effective immediately, the eligibility window…

admin February 14, 2025

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Republican Senators Introduce Resolution to Reverse Biden-Era Work Permit Extension

Republican Senators John Kennedy and Rick Scott have introduced a resolution aimed at overturning a Biden-era rule that extended the automatic renewal period for employment authorization documents (EADs) from 180…

admin February 4, 2025

Trump Backs H1-B Visas Only for Highly Skilled Professionals

The future of H1-B visas has been a topic of significant debate since Donald Trump assumed office as President of the United States. Amid concerns over visa rejections and their…

admin January 23, 2025

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Streamlined H-1B Renewals to Strengthen India-US Ties

Highly skilled professionals working in the United States under the H-1B visa program will soon have the ability to renew their visas without needing to leave the country. This significant…

admin January 7, 2025

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Indian Government Monitors Backlash Against H-1B Visa Holders in the U.S.

.The Indian government is closely monitoring the recent backlash against H-1B visa holders in the United States, particularly the growing concerns regarding the profiling of IT and management professionals. Multiple…

admin December 31, 2024