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No More H-1B Lottery, US Notifies New Process For Work Visas
The Donald Trump administration in the United States has announced that it is replacing its longstanding H-1B work visa lottery system with a new weighted approach that prioritises skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
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Why Google, Apple, Microsoft Are Warning H-1B Visa Workers Not To Travel Abroad
Leading tech companies have advised their employees on work visas to avoid travelling outside the United States. The advisory comes as new visa screening requirements trigger lengthy delays at American embassies and consulates.
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Florida Universities Ban H-1B Visa Hiring To Prioritise American Graduates
In a move aimed at cracking down on H-1B visa abuse in higher education, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered institutions in the state to hire Americans to fill university jobs and end the practice of importing foreign workers on work visas.
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US Closing The Door On Global Talent? Indians React To H-1B Fee Hike
The H-1B visa has long been an important pathway for Indian professionals to work in the United States, especially in the fields of technology, engineering, and healthcare. For many Indians, it has symbolised the realisation of the "American Dream."
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Techie Working At American Company In India Denied US Tourist Visa, Internet Decodes Reasons
Sharing her experience online, she speculated that her lack of international travel history and young age might have contributed to the rejection.
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"Every Country Would Kill To Get IIT Graduates": Yale Scholar Slams H-1B Visa Fee Hike
Yale scholar Gautam Mukunda strongly criticised the H-1B visa policy, arguing that it makes no economic sense for the US.
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How Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Could Impact US Economy More Than India
US President Donald Trump shook thousands of American dreams this weekend with an abrupt decision to slap a $100,000 fee on skilled worker permits - the H-1B visas.
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Canada's Big Move For H-1B Visa Holders, Families To Benefit Too
Canada Immigration Minister Sean Fraser on Tuesday announced that the government will create an open work-permit stream to allow 10,000 American H-1B visa holders to come and work in the country.
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US Panel Discusses Issuing Work Permits To Those Waiting For Green Cards
A presidential advisory commission has discussed the possibility of issuing employment authorisation cards in early stages of green card application, a move if approved by the Biden administration would end the agonising wait for a green card.
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US Bill Seeks Automatic Work Rights For H-1B Visa Holders' Spouse, Children
Two American Congresswomen on Thursday introduced a bill in the House of Representatives aimed at granting an automatic right to H-4 visa holders to work in the US.
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No More H-1B Lottery, US Notifies New Process For Work Visas
The Donald Trump administration in the United States has announced that it is replacing its longstanding H-1B work visa lottery system with a new weighted approach that prioritises skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
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Why Google, Apple, Microsoft Are Warning H-1B Visa Workers Not To Travel Abroad
Leading tech companies have advised their employees on work visas to avoid travelling outside the United States. The advisory comes as new visa screening requirements trigger lengthy delays at American embassies and consulates.
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Florida Universities Ban H-1B Visa Hiring To Prioritise American Graduates
In a move aimed at cracking down on H-1B visa abuse in higher education, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered institutions in the state to hire Americans to fill university jobs and end the practice of importing foreign workers on work visas.
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US Closing The Door On Global Talent? Indians React To H-1B Fee Hike
The H-1B visa has long been an important pathway for Indian professionals to work in the United States, especially in the fields of technology, engineering, and healthcare. For many Indians, it has symbolised the realisation of the "American Dream."
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Techie Working At American Company In India Denied US Tourist Visa, Internet Decodes Reasons
Sharing her experience online, she speculated that her lack of international travel history and young age might have contributed to the rejection.
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"Every Country Would Kill To Get IIT Graduates": Yale Scholar Slams H-1B Visa Fee Hike
Yale scholar Gautam Mukunda strongly criticised the H-1B visa policy, arguing that it makes no economic sense for the US.
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How Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Could Impact US Economy More Than India
US President Donald Trump shook thousands of American dreams this weekend with an abrupt decision to slap a $100,000 fee on skilled worker permits - the H-1B visas.
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Canada's Big Move For H-1B Visa Holders, Families To Benefit Too
Canada Immigration Minister Sean Fraser on Tuesday announced that the government will create an open work-permit stream to allow 10,000 American H-1B visa holders to come and work in the country.
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US Panel Discusses Issuing Work Permits To Those Waiting For Green Cards
A presidential advisory commission has discussed the possibility of issuing employment authorisation cards in early stages of green card application, a move if approved by the Biden administration would end the agonising wait for a green card.
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US Bill Seeks Automatic Work Rights For H-1B Visa Holders' Spouse, Children
Two American Congresswomen on Thursday introduced a bill in the House of Representatives aimed at granting an automatic right to H-4 visa holders to work in the US.
