8 U.S.C. §1184(c)(10) Affirms Successor-In-Interest Path for H-1B Transfers
A corporate merger or acquisition doesn't always require a new H-1B petition. If the new company assumes all…
DOL Codifies Public Access File Rights for H-1B Under 20 CFR 655.760
The H-1B Public Access File (PAF) ensures employer transparency regarding foreign worker wages and conditions. Under federal law,…
Overqualified H‑1B Faang Returnee Struggles to Land Jobs Back in India
Indian tech returnees with U.S. experience are struggling to find work at home due to being labeled 'overqualified'…
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.…