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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, forfeiting fees. With India’s one free reschedule rule effective Jan. 1, 2025,…
Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 Explained: What It Means Now
Sen. Bernie Moreno’s Exclusive Citizenship Act would ban dual nationality, force a 12-month choice, and establish a national…
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…
USCIS Launches AI-Driven Vetting Center to Strengthen Screening
A new USCIS Vetting Center in Atlanta centralizes AI-driven security screening for all immigration cases, including past approvals.…
How to Confirm Your Address Update in the USCIS Online Account
Use your USCIS online account to confirm and update your mailing address. Check My Account > Change Your…
Working Remotely for a U.S. Employer Abroad: F-1 Rules and Legal Risks
CPT and OPT only cover work done inside the United States. Remote work for U.S. employers while abroad…
OPT Fair Tax Act Would End FICA Exemption for OPT Workers
The OPT Fair Tax Act proposes ending the FICA exemption for OPT workers, making both employees and employers…
Dream Act 2025, America’s Children Act, and H-4 EAD Reforms for Families
Dream Act 2025, America’s Children Act, and H-4 EAD Reforms target aging‑out youth, spouses’ employment rights, and green…