Transfer
Visa transfer procedures, employer change rules, and status adjustment processes. Covers H-1B transfers, F-1 SEVIS transfers, and switching between visa categories without leaving the United States.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat are the major changes in employment-based visa processing in 2024?
In August 2024, the Biden administration plans to expand employment-based visa processing for U.S.-educated professionals and DACA recipients, helping them secure work visas more quickly.
Read: White House Employment Immigration Plans For Rest of the Year 2024What changes will H-1B visa applicants in India face starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, all H-1B visa applicants in India must attend in-person interviews at a U.S. consulate, ending the dropbox option.
Read: When Did India Get H-1B Dropbox Option and Why Was It Dropped?What steps should applicants take to prepare for potential H-1B visa policy changes?
Applicants should start early by keeping an eye on policy updates, gather documents that meet the latest requirements, and work closely with their employers who will need to be proactive as well.
Read: The Impact of U.S. Immigration Policy Changes on the H-1B VisaHow does the H-1B process work for employers and employees in 2025?
The H-1B process remains employer-driven, with the employer filing the petition and the employee maintaining status by staying employed in the approved job under the approved terms.
Read: US Immigration FAQ Update: H-1B, F-1, NRIs Amid 2025 ChangesWhat are some changes to the H-1B visa process as of January 17, 2025?
As of January 17, 2025, employers must use the new edition of Form I-129 and follow enhanced oversight rules for the H-1B visa program.
Read: Senator JD Vance Faces Criticism Over Meeting With Indian-American Investor Amid H-1B Debate
Holiday Layoffs and U.S. Work Visas: Rights and Pathways
Layoffs during holidays create urgent immigration risks: H‑1B holders typically get a 60‑day window; OPT/STEM have strict unemployment limits. Collect documents, notify your DSO, explore H‑1B transfers or change‑of‑status (B‑2,…
Finding H-1B Visa Transfer Jobs at Top Sponsoring Firms
To change H-1B employers, target firms with proven sponsorship records like Amazon or Cognizant, confirm documentation and timelines,…
Transferring H-1B Lottery to a New Employer Before October
A pre-October job change is possible: the new employer files a cap-exempt Form I-129 with a certified LCA…
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Trump’s 2025 Immigration Rules: Impact on F-1, H-1B, and Universities
A suite of 2025 executive actions tightened border controls and visa rules: expanded expedited removal (EO 14159), a…
From F-1 to H-1B: Navigating U.S. Work Visas under Trump’s Reforms
New H-1B rules add a US$100,000 fee for petitions after September 21, 2025, and weight lottery selection by…
H-1B Portability in 2025–2026: How to Change Employers
Under AC21, H-1B holders can start with a new employer when a nonfrivolous I-129 is filed and receipted,…
Recovery Steps for Students After H-1B Delay and Cap-Gap Loss
In 2025 H‑1B delays, withdrawals, or denials are causing F‑1 students to lose Cap‑Gap protection and trigger SEVIS…
Google Tightens WFA Policy: Impacts Remote Work, Visas, Global Talent
Google’s mid-2025 WFA update, enforced from October 15, 2025, limits remote travel: any WFA day equals a full…