H-1b Visas
‘1.2 million Indian Americans, their families in limbo’: US lawmakers slam new green card policy
US lawmakers and immigration advocates criticise the Trump administration's new green card policy that requires applicants to apply from their home countries, calling it reckless and harmful.
4 min read23 May 2026H-1B visa freeze in Texas: Governor Greg Abbott says ‘Texans come first’ in local employment push; bans Chinese firms
In a letter to the heads of state agencies, Governor Greg Abbott said that his decision had been taken in light of ‘recent reports of abuse in the federal H-1B visa program’. Separately, he also announced a ban on China-linked firms from state systems.
3 min read28 Jan 2026H-1B visa rules: How can you stay, work and extend status beyond standard six years
Can you stay and work in the US, and extend your H-1B status beyond the standard six years? The answer is yes. Here's how you can do it.
2 min read20 Jan 2026H-1B visa prudentially revoked? Here's what it means and what Indian immigrants impacted should do next
Last month, a number of Indian immigrants in the US reportedly received notifications that their H-1B visas were prudentially revoked by the government. Here's what this means and what steps you should take next.
3 min read10 Jan 2026H-1B visa delay: Amazon allows stuck Indian employees to work remotely, says report — What you need to know
H-1B visa delay: Amazon is reportedly allowing its Indian employees who are stranded due to the H-1B visa delay issue to work remotely from their home country until early March 2026. Here's what you need to know about the restrictions.
3 min read3 Jan 2026H-1B visa crackdown: Deportation fears under Trump rise as 41% immigrants express concern, reveals survey
A survey reveals 22% of immigrants know someone arrested or deported since Trump took office. New H-1B visa rules favour higher-paid applicants and raise fees, impacting Indian IT professionals and US tech companies. Changes mark a significant shift in US immigration policy.
2 min read2 Jan 2026US government, Cognizant eye early resolution to visa misuse case
The genesis of the case goes back to 2023 when Franchitti, representing the US government, said Cognizant had knowingly concealed, misused, and brought employees to the US on other visas, thereby paying lower dues to the government.
5 min read23 Dec 2025H-1B social media screening: How workers can clear Trump-era checks amid immigration crackdown
The Trump administration has started stricter vetting for H-1B visas, including social media reviews, effective 15 December. Delays in interviews for applicants in India push dates to 2026. Law firms advise careful review of online profiles to avoid inconsistencies that may lead to scrutiny.
2 min read22 Dec 2025Trump administration begins social media screening of H-1B visa holders from today— here's what to expect
Trump administration began social media screening of H-1B visa holders from today. The State Department mentioned that it conducts comprehensive vetting of all visa applicants, which includes reviewing the online presence of students and exchange visitors in the F, M, and J nonimmigrant categories.
2 min read15 Dec 2025Ray of hope for Indians? States to sue Donald Trump over $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications
A group of states is suing the Trump administration to block a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, arguing it imposes an illegal barrier for employers.
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