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How the STEM OPT Trap Can Delay H-1B Approval for F-1 Graduates
The STEM OPT Trap occurs when international graduates in the US move from F-1 to H-1B status. Mistiming, unauthorized work,…
H-1B visa processing times increase, causing months-long delays
H-1B visa processing in 2025 faces significant delays, averaging 3–5 months or more. Causes include RFEs, staffing shortages, and document…
British Columbia nears limit on skilled worker invitations in May 8, 2025 Draw
British Columbia drastically reduced skilled worker invitations for 2025, issuing just 94 in the first draw due to a halved…
Italy launches summer work visa for migrant workers in Sardinia
Italy’s new summer work visa targets Sardinia’s seasonal labor shortages. Migrant workers can fill hospitality jobs legally with special permits.…
H-1B holders in US not affected by new UK-India Social Security Agreement
Signed in May 2025, the UK-India Social Security Agreement eliminates double social security taxes for Indian workers in the UK.…
Lawmakers urge U.S. State Department to expand H-1B visa renewal
U.S. lawmakers are advocating for the permanent expansion of the domestic H-1B visa renewal program. This change would let more…
Skilled Worker visa salary threshold freeze announced by Home Secretary
The Skilled Worker visa salary will stay at £29,000 this year, not rising to £38,700. From April 2025, a new…
EB2 green card process can begin while on OPT, experts say
OPT holders may start the EB2 green card process with employer support. Approved I-140 doesn’t skip the H-1B lottery, but…