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H-1B Overhaul: Mandatory Consulate Interviews Threaten Silicon Valley Hiring

On September 2, 2025, the State Department eliminates most Dropbox waivers for H, L, O, F, J, and M visas,…

DHS Weighted H‑1B Selection Rule Clears White House Review

The H-1B Weighted Selection proposal (RIN 1615-AD01) passed OMB review July 17–August 8, 2025; USCIS will publish it for a…

USCIS Policy Manual Update Expands Enforcement: Impact on H-1B, Family Beneficiaries

In 2025 USCIS enforced tighter standards: H-1B modernization requires the updated Form I-129 from January 17; family-based rules effective August…

Lawmaker Says H‑1B Visas Crucial to Fix Doctor Shortage; Internet Scoffs

Rep. Greg Murphy’s August 10, 2025 statement defends H‑1B visas as vital for rural clinics. With an AAMC projection of…

OPT Worker Trapped in Toxic Job Without H‑1B Prospects

With the H-1B cap reached July 18, 2025, F-1 graduates on OPT face limited options. OPT provides 12 months plus…

American job slowdown and H‑1B backlash: Is US window closing for Indian talent?

Effective January 17, 2025, the H‑1B Modernization Final Rule tightens enforcement, mandates Form I‑129 (01/17/25), and extends cap‑gap to April…

USCIS Issues Deportation Notices to Laid-Off H-1B Workers Despite Grace Period

USCIS issues nearly 1,840 NTAs weekly to H-1B workers within the 60-day grace period since early 2025. This change risks…

Returning to the U.S.: What Citizens, Green Card, and H-1B Holders Must Know

U.S. Citizens can re-enter freely, but Green Card Holders risk denial after six months abroad without re-entry permits. H-1B Visa…