India
Stay informed about India’s immigration policies, visa requirements, and legal aspects of moving to or from India. This section provides up-to-date information essential for navigating the complexities of Indian immigration law and procedures.
Immigration attorney warns H-1B cancellations may devastate US economy
Consulates in India paused many H-1B/H-4 interviews starting December 2025 to perform an expanded online presence review, moving slots into early–mid 2026. The change requires public social media disclosure and…
2026 EB Green Card Outlook: Slow Progress and Regional Backlogs
Employment-based green card timelines in 2026 remain constrained: EB-2 India faces the worst delays and retrogression risk, EB-1…
Leading U.S. Visa Sponsors for 2026: Amazon, Microsoft, Google
Top tech and consulting firms remain primary H‑1B sponsors for 2026, led by Amazon’s 12,439 FY2025 approvals. Focus…
Flight Delay Costs H-1B Chennai Interview: Missed Slot, Reapply Fees
A delayed flight caused an H-1B applicant to miss a Chennai interview and be recorded as a no-show,…
US Student Visa Denial: Missing Father’s Job Letter Costs Applicant
An F-1 applicant was denied after not presenting a father's employer letter, despite sufficient funds. Officers prioritize verifiable,…
Trump’s Rice Tariff Warning: Impacts on India–U.S. Trade and Immigrants
President Trump’s Dec. 9 warning about possible tariffs on Indian rice, paired with a $12 billion farm package,…
Rural North Carolina Nephrologist Stuck by New $100k H-1B Fee
A new $100,000 surcharge on certain H‑1B filings stranded nephrologist Vijaya Chelikani in Hyderabad, imperiling kidney care for…
India Can Support Five Big Airlines to Boost Competition
India’s aviation minister called for more competition, saying the country can support five big carriers. He highlighted IndiGo…
Trump Moves to Impose Fresh Tariffs on Indian Rice
Following growers' complaints that cheap Asian rice is undercutting US prices, President Trump floated new tariffs on Indian…
Aviation Minister vows strict action to set example over IndiGo
After FDTL rules took effect Dec. 1, IndiGo did not adjust crew schedules, causing 2,100+ cancellations. Regulators opened…