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Indian H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Rule Pressure After US Tech Layoffs
H-1B Job Loss Rule Leaves Indian Tech Workers Searching For Visa Options Indian H-1B Workers Under Pressure Indian tech professionals in the US are facing fresh uncertainty after layoffs at major companies such as Meta, Amazon, and Oracle. Many affected employees are working on H-1B visas, where the job loss rule gives them only 60 days to find another employer who can sponsor their visa. If they fail to secure a new role withi
Indian H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Rule Pressure After US Tech Layoffs
H-1B Job Loss Rule Leaves Indian Tech Workers Searching For Visa Options Indian H-1B Workers Under Pressure Indian tech professionals in the US are facing fresh uncertainty after layoffs at major companies such as Meta, Amazon, and Oracle. Many affected employees are working on H-1B visas, where the job loss rule gives them only 60 days to find another employer who can sponsor their visa. If they fail to secure a new role withi
Founder Gets EB-1A Approval After Six US Visa Rejections
Immigration Attorney Explains Founder’s EB-1A Visa Journey Founder’s Long Visa Journey Kazakhstan-born entrepreneur Ablay Sarmantay secured a US EB-1A approval after facing six visa rejections over five years. He had received five student visa refusals and one tourist visa denial before finally entering the United States with his family. His EB-1A petition was later approved in just 16 days under the extraordinary ability categ
Founder Gets EB-1A Approval After Six US Visa Rejections
Immigration Attorney Explains Founder’s EB-1A Visa Journey Founder’s Long Visa Journey Kazakhstan-born entrepreneur Ablay Sarmantay secured a US EB-1A approval after facing six visa rejections over five years. He had received five student visa refusals and one tourist visa denial before finally entering the United States with his family. His EB-1A petition was later approved in just 16 days under the extraordinary ability categ
US June Visa Bulletin Shows Green Card Delays For Indian Applicants
EB-1, EB-2 And EB-5 Updates For Indian Green Card Applicants US June Visa Bulletin Released The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2026 Visa Bulletin, giving the latest update on immigrant visa availability, final action dates, and dates for filing applications. The bulletin is important for employment-based green card applicants from India, especially those waiting under EB-1, EB-2, and EB-5 categories. Accor
US June Visa Bulletin Shows Green Card Delays For Indian Applicants
EB-1, EB-2 And EB-5 Updates For Indian Green Card Applicants US June Visa Bulletin Released The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2026 Visa Bulletin, giving the latest update on immigrant visa availability, final action dates, and dates for filing applications. The bulletin is important for employment-based green card applicants from India, especially those waiting under EB-1, EB-2, and EB-5 categories. Accor
US Eases Visa Bond Rule For FIFA World Cup Fans From Select Countries
World Cup Fans Get Relief From US Visa Bond Rule US Visa Bond Rule Relaxed The Trump administration has temporarily eased a visa bond rule for certain foreign football fans travelling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Under the revised policy, eligible fans from select countries with confirmed World Cup tickets and enrolment in FIFA’s visa facilitation system will not have to pay visa bonds of up to $15,000.
US Eases Visa Bond Rule For FIFA World Cup Fans From Select Countries
World Cup Fans Get Relief From US Visa Bond Rule US Visa Bond Rule Relaxed The Trump administration has temporarily eased a visa bond rule for certain foreign football fans travelling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Under the revised policy, eligible fans from select countries with confirmed World Cup tickets and enrolment in FIFA’s visa facilitation system will not have to pay visa bonds of up to $15,000.
ICE Investigates OPT Visa Fraud Linked To Suspect Employers In US
OPT Visa Crackdown Raises Concern For Indian Students In US ICE Probes OPT Visa Misuse US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has identified around 10,000 foreign students, including several Indians, who allegedly claimed employment with highly suspect companies under the Optional Practical Training program. OPT allows F-1 student visa holders to work in the United States after graduation for 12 months, while STEM students may qualify for longer e
ICE Investigates OPT Visa Fraud Linked To Suspect Employers In US
OPT Visa Crackdown Raises Concern For Indian Students In US ICE Probes OPT Visa Misuse US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has identified around 10,000 foreign students, including several Indians, who allegedly claimed employment with highly suspect companies under the Optional Practical Training program. OPT allows F-1 student visa holders to work in the United States after graduation for 12 months, while STEM students may qualify for longer e
US Imposes Visa Restrictions On 13 Linked To India-Based Online Pharmacy
US Visa Restrictions Target Alleged Fentanyl Supply Network US Targets Alleged Fentanyl Network The United States has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to an India-based online pharmacy accused of selling counterfeit prescription pills laced with fentanyl to people in America. The action is part of Washington’s wider crackdown on global opioid trafficking networks. According to the U.S. Department o
US Imposes Visa Restrictions On 13 Linked To India-Based Online Pharmacy
US Visa Restrictions Target Alleged Fentanyl Supply Network US Targets Alleged Fentanyl Network The United States has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to an India-based online pharmacy accused of selling counterfeit prescription pills laced with fentanyl to people in America. The action is part of Washington’s wider crackdown on global opioid trafficking networks. According to the U.S. Department o
New Dashboard Reveals USCIS Backlogs And Visa Processing Trends
USCIS Backlog Data Shows Rising Delays And Denial Rates New Dashboard Tracks USCIS Backlogs A new interactive dashboard from the American Immigration Council is giving the public a detailed look at USCIS backlogs, visa processing trends, filing volumes, and denial rates. The dashboard includes more than 20,000 data points covering over 190 immigration applications and petition types from fiscal year 2016 through fiscal year 2025.
New Dashboard Reveals USCIS Backlogs And Visa Processing Trends
USCIS Backlog Data Shows Rising Delays And Denial Rates New Dashboard Tracks USCIS Backlogs A new interactive dashboard from the American Immigration Council is giving the public a detailed look at USCIS backlogs, visa processing trends, filing volumes, and denial rates. The dashboard includes more than 20,000 data points covering over 190 immigration applications and petition types from fiscal year 2016 through fiscal year 2025.
Court Blocks Yemen TPS Termination, Work Authorization Extended Until July 2026
Court Pauses Yemen TPS Termination A federal court has temporarily blocked the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Yemen, allowing eligible beneficiaries to remain in the United States while the legal case continues. The court found that the Department of Homeland Security may not have followed required procedures before ending the TPS designation, including proper interagency consultation. The ruling pauses an earlier DHS decision that planned
Court Blocks Yemen TPS Termination, Work Authorization Extended Until July 2026
Court Pauses Yemen TPS Termination A federal court has temporarily blocked the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Yemen, allowing eligible beneficiaries to remain in the United States while the legal case continues. The court found that the Department of Homeland Security may not have followed required procedures before ending the TPS designation, including proper interagency consultation. The ruling pauses an earlier DHS decision that planned
US Opens New Casablanca Consulate To Improve Visa Processing Services
The United States Department of State has officially opened a new Consulate General facility in Casablanca, Morocco, bringing all major consular operations under one modern location. The newly established compound is situated in the Casa Anfa development area and is now fully operational for public services. The transition to the new facility was completed in late April 2026. Officials confirmed that immigrant visa services, nonimmigrant visa processing, and American Citizen Ser
US Opens New Casablanca Consulate To Improve Visa Processing Services
The United States Department of State has officially opened a new Consulate General facility in Casablanca, Morocco, bringing all major consular operations under one modern location. The newly established compound is situated in the Casa Anfa development area and is now fully operational for public services. The transition to the new facility was completed in late April 2026. Officials confirmed that immigrant visa services, nonimmigrant visa processing, and American Citizen Ser
Legal Immigration Drops Sharply in US; H-1B Visas Fall 25%
Legal immigration to the United States has declined significantly in recent years, outpacing the reduction in illegal border crossings, according to a recent analysis. The findings highlight a major shift in immigration patterns, with legal pathways experiencing a sharper slowdown. The analysis suggests that reductions in legal immigration are substantially higher than the drop in illegal entries. A large portion of the overall decline in immigration is now attributed to cuts in legal routes
Legal Immigration Drops Sharply in US; H-1B Visas Fall 25%
Legal immigration to the United States has declined significantly in recent years, outpacing the reduction in illegal border crossings, according to a recent analysis. The findings highlight a major shift in immigration patterns, with legal pathways experiencing a sharper slowdown. The analysis suggests that reductions in legal immigration are substantially higher than the drop in illegal entries. A large portion of the overall decline in immigration is now attributed to cuts in legal routes








