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’
DOJ Memo Signals Stricter Rules for Employers of H-1B Visa Holders
A DOJ memo released in 2025 prioritizes immigration enforcement, increasing risks for employers of H-1B visa holders and other immigrants. Companies face heightened scrutiny, potential criminal charges, and broader enforcement…
Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Claims of Bias Toward Foreign Workers Over Americans
A lawsuit against Meta alleges bias favoring foreign workers over U.S. citizens for lower wages, impacting H-1B visa…
EB-5 Offers Indian Professionals a New Route to U.S. Green Cards
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers Indian professionals a faster route to U.S. permanent residency compared to H-1B…
Trump-Modi Talks: Unequal Gains in Visas, Trade, and Technology Deals
The Trump-Modi meeting highlighted a complex US-India dynamic. Key discussions included immigration, trade, energy, and defense. The US…
Tech Firms Face Scrutiny Over Unmet H-1B Repatriation Obligations
Major tech firms, including Meta, face criticism for allegedly neglecting legal obligations to fund repatriation for laid-off H-1B…
H-1B LCA and Public Access File Requirements for Employers
The LCA is a critical H-1B compliance step requiring accurate wage levels, worker notification, and the maintenance of…
H-1B Changes in 2025: Equal Odds for Workers With Multiple Job Offers
The FY 2025 H-1B beneficiary-centric process ensures fairer selection by limiting candidates to one registration, regardless of multiple…
Updated H-1B Rules Tighten Requirements for Public Access File Compliance
H-1B employers must create and maintain a Public Access File (PAF) for each worker, including required records like…
Evidence Required to Prove Actual Wage in H-1B Visa Applications
To support "actual wage" determination in H-1B petitions, employers must document wage details using an Actual Wage Memorandum,…
New Passport Rules in FY2025 H-1B Registration Aim to Curb Fraud
The FY2025 H-1B registration mandates valid passport or travel document details for beneficiaries to prevent fraud. Employers must…