How the Labor Department Tracks H-1B Rule Breakers
The Department of Labor tracks H-1B violators by maintaining lists of debarred/disqualified employers and willful violator companies. These…
Spotting Red Flags in Fake H-1B Job Listings: What to Watch For
Job seekers should watch for red flags like duplicate job postings, unnamed employers, focus solely on H-1B sponsorship…
USCIS Online Tip Form Allows Reporting of H-1B Fraud Concerns
The USCIS provides an online tip form for reporting suspected H-1B visa fraud or abuse. Individuals can submit…
What to Include When Reporting H-1B Fraud: Key Details to Share
When reporting H-1B fraud through the USCIS online tip form, include detailed information about the suspected fraud, such…
USCIS Steps Up Site Visits to Spot H-1B Visa Fraud
USCIS conducts targeted enforcement to detect potential H-1B fraud by performing site visits. These focus on H-1B-dependent employers,…
How ‘Benching’ in H-1B Jobs Leaves Workers in Limbo
"Benching" in H-1B fraud happens when employers don't pay H-1B workers during non-working periods, violating U.S. law requiring…
H-1B Prevailing Wage Rules for Employers in 2026
The H-1B program now uses a wage-weighted lottery, giving higher-paid workers better odds while imposing new fees and…
H-1B Visa Applications to Be Removed Starting March 20
Starting March 20, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will delete old H-1B visa application records, emphasizing proper…
Travel Guidance for Indians in the U.S. on H-1B, F-1, and Green Cards
U.S. visa interview waiver eligibility for Indian nationals has dropped to 12 months, creating major travel risks for…
Brown Professor Rasha Alawieh Held at Boston Airport Despite Valid Visa
Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a Brown University professor and kidney transplant expert, faced detention at Boston Airport despite holding…
Marco Rubio Considers H-1B Changes That Could Impact Indian Workers
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggests abrupt changes to the H-1B visa program, sparking global concerns, particularly…
Will Cutting Hours or Pay Affect Your Work Visa Status?
Temporarily reducing work hours and salary can impact visa eligibility, as many work visas require maintaining specific salary…
Hyderabad Faces Drop in H-1B Visa Applications as Costs and Rules Tighten
Hyderabad, India, has seen a sharp drop in H-1B visa applications, attributed to increased fees and stricter U.S.…
Five Countries Set to Offer More Work Visas in 2026
By March 2025, five nations revealed elevated work visa or permit caps for 2026, emphasizing a global effort…