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When to Switch Employers Without Jeopardizing Your U.S. Visa Status
When switching H-1B employers, ensure the new employer files Form I-129 before your status expires. You can start work after…
Indian H‑1B Holder Describes Swift Jamaica Visa Renewal Experience
An H‑1B worker traveled to Jamaica July 27–August 2, 2025, found open interview slots via usvisaslots.app, submitted DS‑160 showing Jamaica,…
Employers Must Speak Out Against Trump’s 2025 Immigration Crackdown
Employers face heightened 2025 immigration enforcement as USCIS expands NTAs, increasing deportation risk after denials. Key changes include Executive Order…
How Immigration Crackdowns Are Reshaping IT Talent Recruitment and Retention
Effective January 17, 2025, DHS’s H-1B Modernization Final Rule updates specialty occupation definitions, requires Form I-129 edition 01/17/25, extends F-1…
Turning 21 May Cost H‑1B Children Their Green Card Eligibility
Beginning August 15, 2025, USCIS will calculate CSPA ages using Final Action Dates only; filings by August 14, 2025 keep…
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…