Sai Sankar
OPT Shutdown Won’t Affect Masters Holders on H-1B in the U.S.
Ending OPT would impact current F‑1 students, recent graduates, and future applicants but would not strip status from…
OPT Shutdown Push: Impact on Indian and International Students
A 13-member Republican push seeks to end OPT, arguing it evades the 85,000 H‑1B cap and harms U.S.…
Navigating U.S. Immigration Real-Life Case Studies and Guidance
When a visa, SEVIS, arrest, or ICE issue arises, identify the problem track, contact the correct first helper,…
How Foreign Nationals Can Find Legal Help for U.S. Immigration
When visa issues or arrests occur, act quickly: identify whether the problem is immigration, criminal, or both; contact…
Do Traffic Violations Deport Immigrants Under Trump-Era Enforcement?
Simple traffic tickets are civil and don’t cause deportation alone. The danger is a stop revealing no lawful…
Winter 2025 U.S. Destinations for International Travelers: A Guide
For Winter 2025, VisaVerge.com highlights Vail and ten U.S. destinations suited to F‑1 students, H‑1B/H‑4 families, NRIs, and…
2026 EB Green Card Outlook: Slow Progress and Regional Backlogs
Employment-based green card timelines in 2026 remain constrained: EB-2 India faces the worst delays and retrogression risk, EB-1…
Leading U.S. Visa Sponsors for 2026: Amazon, Microsoft, Google
Top tech and consulting firms remain primary H‑1B sponsors for 2026, led by Amazon’s 12,439 FY2025 approvals. Focus…
Quick B-2 Visa: DS-160, Ties, and Confident Interviews
A viral instant B-2 approval illustrates that careful preparation—early, accurate DS-160, aligned documents, and concise truthful answers—often leads…
H-4 EAD in 2026: Processing Times, Delays, and What Improves
H-4 EADs are still available in 2026 but processing is slower and less predictable. Eligibility requires H-4 status…
Flight Delay Costs H-1B Chennai Interview: Missed Slot, Reapply Fees
A delayed flight caused an H-1B applicant to miss a Chennai interview and be recorded as a no-show,…
Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 Explained: What It Means Now
Sen. Bernie Moreno’s Exclusive Citizenship Act would ban dual nationality, force a 12-month choice, and establish a national…
US Student Visa Denial: Missing Father’s Job Letter Costs Applicant
An F-1 applicant was denied after not presenting a father's employer letter, despite sufficient funds. Officers prioritize verifiable,…
Rural North Carolina Nephrologist Stuck by New $100k H-1B Fee
A new $100,000 surcharge on certain H‑1B filings stranded nephrologist Vijaya Chelikani in Hyderabad, imperiling kidney care for…
OPT Fair Tax Act Would End FICA Exemption for OPT Workers
The OPT Fair Tax Act proposes ending the FICA exemption for OPT workers, making both employees and employers…