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Exploring Volunteering and Unpaid Work Options for H-1B Visa Holders in the U.S.
H-1B visa holders can volunteer or engage in unpaid work in the U.S., as long as it aligns with their visa's terms and conditions. However, they cannot replace the roles…
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Deference Policy Rule Eases H-1B Renewals but Adds New Documentation Steps
The codification of the deference policy for H-1B renewals, effective January 17, 2025, streamlines documentation for unchanged petitions while requiring…
H-1B Modernization Rule: What Employers Need to Know for Compliance
To comply with the 2025 H-1B modernization rule on "specialty occupation," employers must revise job descriptions to specify relevant degrees,…
Rising H-1B Filing Fees Could Burden Small and Medium Businesses
Increased H-1B filing fees may financially strain small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), limiting their ability to hire skilled foreign workers.…
H-1B Cap Season Sees Higher Credit Card Limit Amid Rising Fees
The U.S. temporarily raised the daily credit card transaction limit to $99,999.99 for FY 2026 H-1B cap season to address…
New Rules Aim to Strengthen Oversight and Curb Fraud in H-1B Program
The updated H-1B regulations, effective January 17, 2025, enhance program integrity by implementing a beneficiary-centric selection process, increasing USCIS's authority…
New H-1B Rules Limit Duplicate Entries to Ensure Fair Selection Process
The new beneficiary-centric selection process for H-1B visas ensures fairness by preventing multiple registrations for the same individual. Using unique…
H-1B Modernization Eases Approval Process, Adds Flexibility for Employers
The H-1B modernization, effective January 17, 2025, streamlines approvals by deferring to prior decisions, clarifying "specialty occupation" criteria, aiding F-1…
H-1B Modernization Rule Eases Transition for F-1 Students to Work Visas
The H-1B Modernization Rule (effective January 2025) extends protections for F-1 students transitioning to H-1B status. Key updates include extending…