The H-1B visa program is set for modernization in January 2025, featuring improved eligibility criteria, enhanced safeguards, and a shift toward digital processes. Explore these updates and their implications for skilled foreign workers and employers.
The Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, a key work opportunity for international students in the US, faces criticism and potential reforms, sparking debates about its future.
Indian professionals in the US will soon benefit from a streamlined H-1B visa renewal process. A domestic system, set to launch in 2025, promises to eliminate the need for international travel, making renewals faster and more efficient.
The US has recently finalized significant changes to the H-1B visa program, impacting foreign workers seeking employment in the United States. These modifications, effective January 17, 2025, aim to streamline the application process and enhance clarity for both employers and employees.
USCIS has revised its naturalization policy to simplify eligibility requirements for lawful permanent residents. This update, effective November 14, 2024, clarifies that proof of lawful admission applies only to initial entry or adjustment to permanent resident status, removing the burden of subsequent reentries.
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced significant improvements to the H-1B visa program, streamlining the application process and increasing flexibility for employers. These changes aim to attract and retain top talent from around the world, boosting the US economy and fostering innovation.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended the automatic work permit renewal period for spouses of H-1B and L-1 visa holders from 180 days to 540 days. This change, effective January 2025, aims to prevent work disruptions and strengthen the U.S. economy.
The U.S. Department of State’s updated Exchange Visitor Skills List redefines career opportunities for J-1 visa holders. Learn about the new country designations, unchanged skill categories, and how these changes impact skilled workers globally.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Labor (DOL) have released an additional 64,716 H-2B visas for FY 2025. This move aims to address labor shortages in key industries, including hospitality and tourism. Discover the allocation details, eligibility requirements, and how this decision impacts employers and foreign workers.
The U.S. is preparing to launch the Heartland Visa in 2025, a new immigration proposal designed to attract skilled workers to economically challenged areas in the American heartland. This initiative aims to boost local economies and address workforce shortages.
