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H-1B Reforms Prioritize Wages; Cupertino, SF Top Earnings

DHS proposed a wage-weighted H-1B selection on Sept 24, 2025, giving more entries to higher wage levels (Level IV four…

Amazon Leads H-1B Approvals Through June 2025, TCS and Others Trail

Through June 2025, Amazon led H-1B approvals with 10,044 petitions; TCS, Microsoft, Meta, and Apple also ranked high. Proposed changes…

Which Is Easier for Indians: Digital Nomad or Work Visa?

Digital nomad visas are often quicker for Indian remote workers because they skip employer sponsorship and require income proof and…

UAE Visa Applications Now Require Passport External Cover Page

From September 2025, UAE visa applications must include a clear image of the passport’s cover plus the data page. The…

Green Card Travel Rules: Re-entry Permits and Absence Limits

Permanent residents can travel but must preserve U.S. ties and intent. Absences of 6–12 months often lead to CBP questioning;…

JPMorgan Warns: $100,000 H-1B Fee Could Slash Approvals by 5,500

A September 2025 executive order instituted a $100,000 fee on most new consular H-1B petitions, effective Sept 21 for 12…

Lost Passport Abroad? Essential Steps and Replacement Timelines

Immediately file a police report and contact your embassy after losing a passport abroad. Emergency documents can be ready in…

Microsoft 2025 H-1B Salaries: Strong Base Pay Across Roles

Microsoft’s 2025 H-1B filings show high base pay for technical and product roles—up to $284,000 in Redmond and $336,000 at…