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Consultancies Caught Faking Job Criteria in Fraudulent Petitions

Consultancies may falsify job requirements by overstating candidates' qualifications or understating experience needs to fit positions. They might sponsor workers…

Understanding the “Bench and Switch” Tactic in Work Visa Filings

A "bench and switch" scheme involves consulting firms submitting false claims to government agencies, stating fake job opportunities with third-party…

How Some Firms Exploit the H-1B Lottery System for More Visas

Some consultancies manipulate the H-1B lottery by submitting multiple applications for one candidate, increasing their statistical chances of selection. This…

Spotting Red Flags in Fake H-1B Job Listings: What to Watch For

Job seekers should watch for red flags like duplicate job postings, unnamed employers, focus solely on H-1B sponsorship without skill…

How ‘Benching’ in H-1B Jobs Leaves Workers in Limbo

"Benching" in H-1B fraud happens when employers don't pay H-1B workers during non-working periods, violating U.S. law requiring payment of…

H-1B Visa Rules May Make Hiring Skilled Foreign Workers Tougher

Hiring highly qualified foreign workers, a key driver of U.S. innovation and economic growth, faces increasing challenges. Stricter immigration policies…

Will Cutting Hours or Pay Affect Your Work Visa Status?

Temporarily reducing work hours and salary can impact visa eligibility, as many work visas require maintaining specific salary thresholds and…

Denmark Plans Stricter Work Permits for Foreign Students

Denmark plans to tighten work permit rules for non-EU/EEA foreign students starting March 6, 2025, due to reported misuse. The…