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Understanding the SSA, SSN, and Employee Benefits in the U.S.

The SSA issues SSNs that link wages to retirement, disability, and survivor benefits and support immigration checks. F-1 students need…

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…