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H-1B visa registration for FY 2025 open till March 22 with revamped online process. All FAQs answered
The H-1B programme allows US employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in highly specialised technical occupations, including architecture, engineering, social sciences, medicine, education, mathematics, accounting, arts, and more. The annual cap for new H-1B visas is 65,000 for each fiscal year
2 min read19 Mar 2024Chart beat: Indian IT firms’ exposure to H-1B visas at a multi-year low
The drop in IT workers with H-1B visas is due to increased hiring in the US by Indian IT companies and the trend of increased offshoring.
1 min read19 Mar 2024H-1B visa deadline for FY25 approaching, registrations to close this week
During this period, prospective petitioners and legal representatives must electronically register for the selection process and pay the associated registration fee for each beneficiary
2 min read19 Mar 2024H1B visa: Confused about US work visa rule changes? Fee hike to lottery application, 5 things to know
USCIS has implemented changes to the H-1B visa programme to enhance integrity and reduce fraud.
2 min read3 Feb 2024H-1B visa domestic renewal programme launched in US, accepting applications until April 1
The pilot programme for H-1B visa renewal will run from January 29 to April 1, accepting approximately 4,000 applications per week. H-1B visa holders will be able to renew their visas in the US before a temporary trip abroad through the pilot programme, which is voluntary.
2 min read31 Jan 2024H1B visa: USCIS to start online filing for work visas next month; tweaks rules to ease process. 3 things to know
The United States will start online filing of H-1B applications for FY25 in February, with the introduction of organizational accounts for collaboration and submission.
1 min read13 Jan 2024Foreigners with H-1B visas including Indians don't need to leave the US for visa renewal - here's why
US visa reforms: The White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affair has cleared the review of H-1B pilot program.
1 min read19 Dec 2023US visa: 2.5 lakh tourist visa appointments opened in India, but applicants say, ‘no slots for 2023’
The US Embassy in India opened a quarter million nonimmigrant visa appointments over the weekend, but appointments are not available for this year.
1 min read1 Nov 2023H1B visa selection process to see major changes soon: ‘Will increase chances for…’
Biden administration proposes changes to H1B program to provide relief to US visa applicants.
1 min read21 Oct 2023US Consulate in Frankfurt sets aside visa interview appointments for Indians
US Consulate in Frankfurt sets aside non-immigrant visa interview appointments for Indian applicants due to long wait times in India.
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Budget
The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared