Page 13 - Latest Updates on H1B Visa
H-1B visa renewal process to change in 2025: No travel to India required
The US is preparing to roll out a formal visa renewal process for H-1B holders, which is expected to be implemented in 2025
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H-1B visa reforms from Jan 17: Faster processing, simpler F-1 transitions
The reforms are expected to benefit thousands of Indian professionals, who constitute the majority of H-1B visa holders
America can't do without H-1B visa workers: This report explains why
The findings come as debates intensify around the H-1B visa programme, a key route for bringing skilled foreign professionals, particularly from India, into the US
 "America can't do without H-1B visa workers: This report explains why")
H-1B visa row: Why Trump, Musk, and MAGA clash over India's favourite visa
The H-1B visa controversy erupted after the appointment of Chennai-born venture capitalist Sriram Krishnan as Trump's top artificial intelligence (AI) adviser
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Indian-origin tech companies corner 1/5th of H1B visas issued by US
Major Indian IT services firms such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCL Technologies have consistently ranked among the top employers for H1B visa holders
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H-1B visa row: Skilled worker movement helps both US and India, says MEA
India-US economic ties benefit significantly from the technical expertise provided by skilled professionals
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H-1B visas benefit both nations, mobility of professionals important: MEA
Late last month, Trump said he fully backed the H-1B programme for foreign workers opposed by some of his supporters after Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, vowed to go to "war" to defend
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Ahead of Trump's inauguration on Jan 20, debate on H1B visas intensifies
Indians are the main beneficiaries of the H-1B visas, which bring in the best of the talent and brains from across the world
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Tech giants Infosys, TCS among top 5 global H-1B visa beneficiaries
Account for over 41% of visas along with Cognizant, HCLTech
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After H-1B visa, Trump's Maga supporters oppose OPT programme: All we know
Supporters of Donald Trump's 'Make America Great Again' campaign are now lashing out at the Optional Practical Training program, often considered a precursor to H-1B visas
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Invest in US workforce first: Nikki Haley joins debate on H1B visa issue
The debate around the H1B visa controversy was sparked by Trump on Sunday when he announced he was appointing Sriram Krishnan to be a White House policy adviser on artificial intelligence
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New H-1B visa rule: Entrepreneurs can get visa sponsored by their own firm
"This change is promising for the growing number of Indian startups and innovators looking to access the US market," said Varun Singh, Managing Director at XIPHIAS Immigration
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H-1B visa revamped from Jan 17: Key changes employers, applicants must know
American businesses rely on the H-1B visa programme for the recruitment of highly-skilled talent
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H-1B, L-1 visa spouses: US to renew work permits automatically from January
This change is expected to benefit many, particularly Indians, who represent a large portion of these visa categories
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H-1B visa cap for 2025 reached: What applicants should look out for now
USCIS will notify applicants about their selection status through their online accounts
US H-1B visa sponsorship declines in 2024: Experts decode key factors
Amazon, which remains the largest sponsor of H-1B visas, saw approvals drop to just over 7,000 in 2024, compared to more than 11,000 in 2023
Possible H-1B visa restrictions under Trump: A win-lose situation for India
The H-1B visa programme enables US employers to bring in skilled foreign professionals for specialised roles that require particular qualifications
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H-1B visa scam: 3 Indian-origin men face 10 years in US for fake job offers
Such activities make the H-1B lottery system a nightmare for genuine applicants, as fraud options become appealing to tech workers eager to work in the US
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Trump win impact: Will H-1B workers, STEM grads get green cards faster?
Since Trump's recent election win, experts have debated his approach to immigration
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Living the American dream: Challenging journey for Indian immigrants
For many people, the H-1B visa is a conundrum. While a popular route for skilled Indian workers, it comes with its own set of challenges as it has a limited availability
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