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.
Delhi Man Denied U.S. Tourist Visa Amid Claims of Subjective Judgments
A Delhi video alleging a U.S. tourist visa denial reignited concerns about opaque refusals. Most B-1/B-2 denials cite Section 214(b), focusing on ties to India, finances, and travel history. Applicants…
Which Is Easier for Indians: Digital Nomad or Work Visa?
Digital nomad visas are often quicker for Indian remote workers because they skip employer sponsorship and require income…
14-Year Odyssey to U.S. Permanent Residency Highlights EB-1A Backlogs
After 14 years in the U.S. immigration system, Rajasegar obtained a Green Card via EB-1A in September 2025.…
Is the Indian American Dream Transforming Under Immigration Hurdles
A proposed $100,000 H‑1B supplementary fee, possible OPT restrictions, and long green card backlogs threaten Indian students and…
Gurdev Singh Sohal Denaturalized After Fingerprint Link
Gurdev Singh Sohal lost U.S. citizenship after a 2020 fingerprint match tied his aliases to a 1994 deportation…
H-1B Fee Spike Pushes Fortune 500 Firms to Offshoring India
A $100,000 H-1B fee proposal for 2025 is pushing firms to offshore roles, expand GCCs in India, and…
Amrutha Tamanam Paid $2,000 to Beat the $100K H-1B Deadline
A $100,000 surcharge on new H-1B petitions takes effect Sept 21, 2025; it applies only to filings after…
Chamber Weighs Legal Challenge to Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee
The Chamber is weighing a lawsuit over a $100,000 H-1B surcharge effective September 21, 2024. The fee hits…
U.S. H-1B Surcharge Pushes Indian Tech Talent Toward Alternatives
Starting September 21, 2025, a $100,000 surcharge will apply to new H-1B petitions filed abroad for 12 months,…
Grassley Demands End to OPT for F-1 Students Amid Tensions
Sen. Grassley urged DHS to end OPT work authorizations for F-1 students, threatening 12–36 month post-study work rights.…