H1B
H-1B visa lottery results, cap season updates, wage level analysis, employer sponsorship data, and transfer rules. Covers registration, selection, RFE trends, and premium processing timelines for FY2026.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes will H-1B visa applicants in India face starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, all H-1B visa applicants in India must attend in-person interviews at a U.S. consulate, ending the dropbox option.
Read: When Did India Get H-1B Dropbox Option and Why Was It Dropped?How does the H-1B process work for employers and employees in 2025?
The H-1B process remains employer-driven, with the employer filing the petition and the employee maintaining status by staying employed in the approved job under the approved terms.
Read: US Immigration FAQ Update: H-1B, F-1, NRIs Amid 2025 ChangesHow did employer actions affect H-1B visa holders in 2025?
Employers increased the risk of H-1B workers going out of status by rapidly withdrawing petitions after layoffs, complicating their future re-entry into the U.S.
Read: H-1B in 2025: What Layoffs Taught Visa Holders and EmployersWhat changes has USCIS introduced to curb H-1B visa exploitation starting in 2025?
USCIS has introduced beneficiary-focused selection and mandatory passport information for lottery registrations to tackle registration abuse.
Read: H-1B Exploitation: Middlemen Gaming the SystemWhat are some key changes to the H-1B visa program for fiscal year 2025?
The USCIS adopted a 'beneficiary-centric' registration process, resulting in fewer registrations but relatively steady numbers of employers and unique foreign candidates applying for visas.
Read: Donald Trump Backs H-1B Visas: ‘We Need Competent People’
Trump administration seeks biometrics from H-1B visa holders
The Trump administration’s 2025 policy requires many H-1B visa holders to provide home addresses and biometrics. Unexplained RFEs have triggered legal and privacy concerns. Immigration lawyers recommend applicants request explanations…
Tata Consultancy Services probed by US for targeting layoffs
Tata Consultancy Services faces EEOC scrutiny after claims of laying off older American workers while retaining Indian H-1B…
H-1B Salary Concerns in California Affect Indian IT Workers
H-1B Indian IT professionals in California encounter high expenses, lower salaries than Americans, and job insecurity. After costs,…
L-1 visa: An alternative for those missing the H-1B lottery
The L-1 visa is an excellent alternative for skilled multinational staff denied H-1B due to the lottery. With…
Report H-1B underpayment with Form WH-4 to the Labor Dept
H-1B visa holders who experience underpayment can report Labor Condition Application (LCA) violations using Form WH-4. Federal regulations…
What H-1B Visa Holders Should Carry in the U.S. Under REAL ID
H-1B workers must carry original registration papers, like I-94s and passports, at all times to avoid fines and…
H-1B Visa Fraud Tied to Deportations and Job Losses
Investigations reveal H-1B visa and matching grant program fraud, impacting workers through deportations and job losses. USCIS aims…
Are Indian H-1B visa holders exempt from US registration rules
H-1B visas demand fair registration for all applicants, including Indian nationals, without exemptions. Recent updates increase costs, adjust…
May 2025 Visa Bulletin raises concerns for green card seekers
The delayed May 2025 Visa Bulletin creates major hurdles for green card applicants and H-1B visa holders, exposing…
Is OPT Ending? Current Status of OPT and STEM OPT Programs
OPT and STEM OPT programs remain fully operational in 2026 as Congress moves to codify the program into…