New H-1B Rules End Multiple Registrations, Boost Compliance Enforcement
H-1B reforms effective January 17, 2025 end multiple registrations, strengthen attestations, expand site visits, and revise Form I-129.…
Cola Wars: Which Soda Giant Employs the Most H‑1B Workers?
From 2015 to June 2025 Coca-Cola led Texas soda H-1B hiring with 55 workers; PepsiCo had 49 and…
“End Indian H-1B visas,” Greene says: Potential impact on students and early-career workers
Greene’s August 4, 2025 statement urged ending Indian H-1B visas, sparking concern amid U.S.-India trade tensions. By August…
H‑1B Lottery Ends: Wage‑Based Selection to Favor Highest Salaries
On August 14, 2025, the White House approved a rule replacing the H-1B lottery with wage-based rankings. DHS…
When to Switch Employers Without Jeopardizing Your U.S. Visa Status
When switching H-1B employers, ensure the new employer files Form I-129 before your status expires. You can start…
Indian H‑1B Holder Describes Swift Jamaica Visa Renewal Experience
An H‑1B worker traveled to Jamaica July 27–August 2, 2025, found open interview slots via usvisaslots.app, submitted DS‑160…
Employers Must Speak Out Against Trump’s 2025 Immigration Crackdown
Employers face heightened 2025 immigration enforcement as USCIS expands NTAs, increasing deportation risk after denials. Key changes include…
How Immigration Crackdowns Are Reshaping IT Talent Recruitment and Retention
Effective January 17, 2025, DHS’s H-1B Modernization Final Rule updates specialty occupation definitions, requires Form I-129 edition 01/17/25,…
Turning 21 May Cost H‑1B Children Their Green Card Eligibility
Beginning August 15, 2025, USCIS will calculate CSPA ages using Final Action Dates only; filings by August 14,…
H-1B Overhaul: Mandatory Consulate Interviews Threaten Silicon Valley Hiring
On September 2, 2025, the State Department eliminates most Dropbox waivers for H, L, O, F, J, and…
DHS Weighted H‑1B Selection Rule Clears White House Review
The H-1B Weighted Selection proposal (RIN 1615-AD01) passed OMB review July 17–August 8, 2025; USCIS will publish it…
USCIS Policy Manual Update Expands Enforcement: Impact on H-1B, Family Beneficiaries
In 2025 USCIS enforced tighter standards: H-1B modernization requires the updated Form I-129 from January 17; family-based rules…
Lawmaker Says H‑1B Visas Crucial to Fix Doctor Shortage; Internet Scoffs
Rep. Greg Murphy’s August 10, 2025 statement defends H‑1B visas as vital for rural clinics. With an AAMC…
OPT Worker Trapped in Toxic Job Without H‑1B Prospects
With the H-1B cap reached July 18, 2025, F-1 graduates on OPT face limited options. OPT provides 12…