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Applying for an SSN as an F-1 Student or H-1B Worker
F-1 students (with CPT/OPT or on-campus jobs) and H-1B employees must apply in person with Form SS-5 and original documents.…
Trump Softens Notion of Talent Gap as H-1B Crackdown Tightens
The September 19, 2025 proclamation (effective September 21) adds a $100,000 fee for many new H-1B petitions and shifts selection…
Predictions: December 2025 Visa Bulletin Detailed Analysis
After conducting an in-depth analysis of the October 2025 and November 2025 Visa Bulletins, a critical pattern emerges which helps…
Despite Strong Credentials, Indians Face Sudden US Visa Refusals
In early 2025 Indian applicants experienced a spike in US visa refusals under Section 214(b), often after very short interviews.…
Kuwait’s E-Visa Lets Travelers Receive Approvals in Five Minutes
Kuwait’s new E-Visa platform issues some visas in five minutes via automated checks; standard approvals take 9–12 days. Applicants apply…
Russians Rail Against EU Visa Tightening as Multi-Entry Rules End
The EU announced on November 7, 2025 it will stop issuing multi-entry visas to Russian nationals, mandating fresh applications and…
Trump warns against cuts to foreign students amid visa crackdown
In late 2025 the president warned against steep cuts to international students, calling them vital to campus finances. Despite tightened…
Trump H-1B Fee Could Curb Hiring at Pitt, BNY Mellon, UPMC
Starting September 21, 2025, new H-1B petitions will incur a $100,000 employer surcharge for 12 months. Existing H-1B workers are…