Codification of Deference Policy Brings Changes to H-1B Renewal Process
The codification of the long-standing deference policy simplifies H-1B petition renewals and extensions. It directs officers to generally…
Missing I-797 for H-1B Filing? Here’s What You Need to Know and Do
The I-797 Notice of Action is important for H-1B applications but not always mandatory. Employers can file without…
US Adopts Beneficiary-Centric Approach for Fairer H-1B Visa Selections
The USCIS adopted a beneficiary-centric H-1B visa lottery in FY 2025, allowing each unique applicant to be entered…
As H-1B Visa Scrutiny Grows, Exploring Other U.S. Work Visa Paths
As H-1B visa demand rises and scrutiny increases, alternative U.S. work visas offer opportunities. Cap-exempt H-1B visas benefit…
Canada Offers Multiple Pathways for H-1B Visa Holders Seeking to Relocate
H-1B visa holders in the U.S. have several pathways to move to Canada, including the Express Entry System,…
Former Staffers Claim TCS Misused US Visas to Bypass H-1B Limits
TCS, India's largest IT firm, faces allegations of misusing L-1A manager visas to bypass stricter H-1B rules. Whistleblowers…
H-1B Visa Evolves to Meet Demand Amid Modern Rules and Rising Scrutiny
The modernized H-1B visa program fulfills labor needs in specialty occupations with updated rules, enhanced integrity, and reduced…
Can H-1B Holders Use Dropbox After a Change of Status?
New U.S. rules require in-person interviews for H-1B status changes, ending dropbox eligibility for most and tightening renewal…
Wall Street’s Growing Dependence on Global Talent: Financial Giants File Nearly 12,000 H-1B Visa Requests in 2024
US financial firms filed nearly 12,000 H-1B visa requests in 2024, reflecting their growing reliance on foreign talent…
H1B Dropbox Eligibility Window Shortened From 48 Months to 12 Months
The H1B Dropbox eligibility period reverts from 48 months to 12 months starting January 2025, returning to pre-pandemic…
Modi-Trump Talks to Focus on H-1B Visas and Deportation Concerns
Indian PM Modi's upcoming U.S. visit with President Trump will address immigration tensions, including H-1B visas and deportations.…
Can You Open a Bank Account in the US on an H1B Visa Before Arrival?
H1B visa holders can open a U.S. bank account before arrival, though processes and requirements vary by bank.…
Employers Brace for 2026 H-1B Cap Lottery as Registration Nears
The H-1B lottery for FY 2026 opens March 7-24, 2025, with a $215 registration fee per entry. Employers…
FY 2026 H-1B Registration Opens in March with Steep Fee Increase
USCIS announced FY 2026 H-1B cap registration from March 7-24, 2025, introducing a significant fee hike to $215…