Techie Blasts Google Over Job Offer Withdrawn During H-1B Grace Period
Google reportedly withdrew a verbal H-1B offer on day five of the grace period. The case highlights that remaining in the U.S. after job loss does not equal...
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat 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?How 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 DebateWhat 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 did employer actions affect H-1B visa holders in 2025?
Employers increased the risk of H-1B workers going out of status by rapidly withdrawing petitions after layoffs, complicating their future re-entry into the U.S.
Read: H-1B in 2025: What Layoffs Taught Visa Holders and Employers
Top 7 US Employers Pay H-1B Workers 50% More Than National Median: Report
Seven U.S. employers reported median H-1B salaries above $198,000, led by University of Pittsburgh Physicians. DHS has replaced…
H-4 Child Turning 21? CSPA Protects Green Card Eligibility but Not F-1 Student Status
H-4 dependents turning 21 must navigate CSPA rules to preserve green card eligibility while likely switching to F-1…
H-1B Holders Among 8 Million Who Could Benefit from New US Green Card Bill, Registry Act Update
Senator Padilla proposes a rolling registry to grant 8 million green cards to residents with seven years in…
Meta Layoffs Put Four Company-Sponsored Work Visas at Risk
A U.S. judge ordered Meta to explain layoffs affecting four visa holders by July 23, 2026, as they…
Indian Techie Navdeep Sharma Loses H-1B Visa Lawsuit Over 18-Month Delay
A U.S. judge dismissed an H-1B lawsuit over an 18-month delay, ruling that court intervention shouldn't bump applicants…
H-1B Workers, H-4 Spouses, Indian Students Face Stricter US Visa Rules in 2026 Agenda
U.S. immigration rules tighten in 2026 for H-1B, H-4, and PERM applicants, emphasizing early filing, new wage levels,…
Duration of Status Rule Targets F and J Visas, Not H-1B Workers or H-4 Dependents
U.S. to end 'Duration of Status' for F, J, and I visas, requiring fixed end dates on Form…
IRS Child and Dependent Care Credit Helps Parents Cover Day Camp, but Not Overnight Camp, Costs
Learn how 2026 summer day camp expenses can qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Credit, with limits…
Trump Criticizes Court Order Scrapping H-1B Visa Fee as Unlawful Tax, Judicial Activism
Massachusetts judge blocks $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an illegal tax. Decision provides relief to employers while…