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U.S. Green Cards and Visa Holders to Face Photographing Vetting From December

The United States administration is about to implement photographic vetting of all non-citizens when they enter or exit the United States.

Trump Pauses US Green Card Lottery in Wake of Brown University & MIT Shootings

Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Secretary, has authorised the suspension of the green card lottery program at Donald Trump’s advice. As a reason for her step, she remarked that it allowed the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings to enter the US.

UK About to End Visa Salary Rules for PhD Holders

UK government advisors are considering putting a stop to visa salary discounts for PhD holders. In defense of this decision, the advisers have argued that there is no evidence that people with doctorates tend to be paid less than other skilled workers.

How H-1B Visa Holders Are Facing a Housing Crisis in The U.S.

Previously, thousands of non-permanent residents, i.e., individuals dwelling and working in the U.S. under the umbrella of visas like H-1B

US Embassy in India Releases Worldwide Alert for H-1B & H-4 Visa Applicants: What It Means for You

Late December, the U.S. Embassy in India issued a “Worldwide Alert” for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. This advisory, shared on social media and official channels, comes amid expanded visa vetting processes and prolonged processing times that are now being experienced globally for these visa categories. So, what does this notice exactly say? And, what do applicants need to know right away?

H-1B Applicants Receiving 221(g) Slips from Visa Officers: Know What It Means

From December 15 onwards, the US State Department has intensified its social media vetting procedure for skilled workers and employees. Both H-1B and H-4 professionals will be taken under the elaborate vetting procedure. Interestingly, while there is no official disclaimer, some candidates are now receiving a 221(g) slip.

How The H-1B Squeeze Has Put a Stop to Many Indians’ Aspirations

The most recent set of reforms spearheaded by the Trump administration has driven a final nail into the coffin of many Indians’ aspirations.

‘Ending visa lottery is not about racism’: Republican Senator Comments

A prominent republican senator justified suspending the US Diversity Visa Lottery, commenting that it is not about racism but the security of the entire nation.

The Impact of The Dignity Act on The US Immigration Policy

The Dignity Act is a layered and newly introduced bill that is going to change the face of the US immigration and all the surrounding landscape.

US Supreme Court Stands By H-1B Families and Protects H-4 Visa Holders

Last Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a case that intended to disempower the dependents of H-1B visa holders.