H-1B Holder Turned Back at Abu Dhabi Preclearance Despite Visa
A traveler with a valid H-1B visa was turned back at Abu Dhabi preclearance after CBP officers questioned…
Texas Freezes New H-1B Visa Petitions at State Agencies and Universities
Texas has frozen new H-1B visa sponsorships for public-sector employers until mid-2027. The order, signed by Governor Abbott,…
Amazon Shutters Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh Stores; Whole Foods Shift
Amazon will close all Amazon Go and Fresh stores by February 2026, shifting focus to Whole Foods and…
U.S. Firms Face Tax Risk When H-1B Workers Work from India Creating Permanent Establishment
Visa stamping backlogs in India are forcing H-1B holders into long-term remote work, creating 'permanent establishment' tax risks…
US Firms Face Tax Risks When H-1B Remote Work from India Grows
Severe visa backlogs in India are driving H-1B workers into remote roles, triggering significant U.S. and Indian tax…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Orders Halt to New H-1B Visa Petitions by State Agencies and Public Universities
Texas has implemented an immediate pause on new H-1B sponsorships for state agencies and public universities. While federal…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Freezes New H-1B Visas at Public Agencies
Governor Greg Abbott has halted new H-1B visa petitions for Texas public institutions until 2027. The order requires…
US Guidance Revises Change of Status (cos) and H-1B 60-Day Grace Period
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces wage-weighted selection rules effective February 27, 2026. This update covers essential…
Ensure Correct SOC Code for H-1B Green Card Path
Understanding the H-1B prevailing wage requirement is vital for FY 2027 applicants. Employers must match duties to the…
H-1B Workers Face New Rules After 60-Day Grace Period Ends I-94
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season kicks off in March 2026 using the beneficiary-centric model. Employers and workers…
Texas A&m’s $3.25M H-1B Visa Sponsorships Draw National Scrutiny
Texas A&M University's $3.2 million spending on H-1B visas has sparked a debate over public university hiring practices.…
Governor Greg Abbott Orders Texas A&M List of H-1B Visas
Texas A&M must submit a detailed roster of H-1B visa holders to Governor Abbott by Monday, January 26,…
U.S. H-1B Visa Backlog Pushes Interview Slots Into 2027
Routine U.S. visa interview slots in India are now unavailable until 2027. This massive backlog affects H-1B and…
U.S. Tightens H-1B Rules as Interview Slots in India Move Into 2027
DHS is replacing the H-1B lottery with weighted selection for FY 2027, while Indian consular appointments are delayed…