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US begins approving H-1B petitions without Trump's $100,000 fee: What it means for workers, employers

US Citizenship and Immigration Services has started approving H-1B visa petitions without the $100,000 fee. This change follows federal court orders that blocked the enforcement of this fee requirement. Many employers previously avoided hiring overseas candidates due to these costs, but approvals may open new opportunities. Petition processing is currently…

The Economic Times · 7h ago

US visa, green card applicants: What changed under USCIS filing deadline rules from October 23

USCIS has revised its filing deadline rules, effective October 23, 2026, particularly impacting green card applicants nearing age 21 and H-1B workers. Deadlines related to substantive eligibility will no longer extend automatically to the next business day if they fall on weekends or holidays, necessitating careful planning for affected individuals.

The Economic Times · Oct 25

US citizenship application gathering dust: Taiwanese Green Card holder sues Trump administration for making him wait around 18 months

Meng Ju Liu, a Taiwanese Green Card holder living in Ohio and waiting for his US citizenship, has now sued the Trump administration over delays, saying that his application has been gathering dust on an office shelf and he has been waiting for an eternity for his citizenship. Newsweek reported…

The Times of India · Oct 24

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AI tools may flag H-1B visa filings discrepancies as US immigration checks get more stringent

US immigration authorities are set to intensify their review of H-1B visa records by utilizing artificial intelligence technology. This will allow them to detect any mismatches between the addresses reported and the actual worksite locations. Both employers and employees must diligently maintain accurate and consistent immigration documents, alerting agencies to…

The Times of India · Oct 24

November Visa Bulletin: Big movement for Indian family-sponsored green-card applicants

The November US Visa Bulletin brings significant progress for Indian family-sponsored green-card applicants, with F1, F2B and F3 dates advancing by one year. F2A moved ahead by one month. Employment-based categories saw limited movement, with only EB-3 and Other Workers advancing, while EB-1 and EB-2 remained unchanged.

The Economic Times · Oct 23

Venezuelan TPS Has Expired for the Final 5,000: What Every Employer With A12 or C19 EADs Must Do Right Now

Venezuelan TPS expired October 2, 2026. Employers with A12/C19 EADs carrying that date are now out of compliance with federal immigration law.

Latin Times · Oct 22

US midterm elections 2026: What could change for H-1B & green cards as US' immigration rules face a poll test

The looming US midterm elections are set to play a crucial role in shaping immigration policy, particularly concerning H-1B visas. Various proposals are under consideration that could reshape how employment-based green cards are processed and issued. With lawmakers from both sides offering contrasting changes, the outcome of these elections will…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

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USCIS Fee Hikes Start Today: What Asylum Seekers, TPS Holders and Parolees Must Pay

USCIS raises asylum, TPS, parole and work permit fees today. Wrong amount means automatic rejection. See the full FY 2027 table and free legal help near you.

Latin Times · Oct 16

US denies 35,767 Green Card applicants’ work permits as rejection rate rises to 44 per cent

The US denied 35,767 work permit applications from Green Card applicants between April and June 2026, taking the rejection rate to around 44 per cent. The increase from 25 per cent in the previous two quarters comes as hundreds of thousands of applications remain pending, with applicants waiting an average…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

US proposes ending deference policy for H-1B extensions; Indian workers may face closer scrutiny

The US Department of Homeland Security proposes to eliminate a policy regarding visa extension approvals. Immigration officers may reassess petitions even when circumstances have not changed or remain the same. This change could lead to increased scrutiny for H-1B visa workers extending their stay in the US. Employers might face…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

US proposes ending deference to past H-1B approvals; Indians will be disproportionately impacted

The Trump administration has proposed scrapping a policy that generally requires US immigration officers to defer to their own previous approvals of work visa petitions, a move that could make it challenging for Indian professionals to secure H-1B extensions. The proposed policy which also covers other work visas such as…

The Times of India · Oct 14

US scraps automatic work permit extensions, raising concerns for Indian H-1B visa holders

In a recent development, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially finalised a rule that puts an end to automatic work authorisation extensions for certain immigrants living in the US. This alteration stands to impact foreign nationals, especially those holding H-4 visas, who could encounter delays in their employment.

The Economic Times · Oct 14

US ends 540-day automatic work permit extension for immigrants: What changes now

The Trump administration is moving to permanently end automatic extensions of employment authorisation documents for certain immigrants, meaning applicants who filed EAD renewals on or after October 30, 2025 may have to stop working if USCIS does not approve the renewal before the existing permit expires.

The Economic Times · Oct 14

New rule for H-1B again? Visa extensions will be treated as fresh cases; asylum seekers and H-4 visa holders will also be affected

Again a new rule dropped from the Department of Homeland Security that will concern H-1B visa holders. But the scope of the new rule will be far greater than just H-1Bs. It will impact anyone with a work authorization in the US as the DHS issued a rule eliminating a…

The Times of India · Oct 13

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Fortune · Oct 12

Satya Nadella went from H-1B worker to Microsoft CEO. The Trump administration just shut that path for his employees

Vice President JD Vance accused Microsoft of replacing laid-off Americans with “foreign indentured servants” and suspended it from the PERM green card program

The Economic Times · Oct 9

MIT, Harvard, Yale among 9 US universities under J-1 visa fraud probe as US alleges wage undercutting

The US Labour Department has launched an investigation into alleged J-1 visa fraud at nine major universities, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford and MIT. Vice President JD Vance alleged the programme was being used to undercut American workers’ wages. The move follows a proposed $70,000 fee for initial F-1 student OPT.

The Times of India · Oct 7

Are H-1Bs in trouble? Immigration experts on why Cognizant, Infosys, Microsoft are not getting timely approvals on job visas

Immigration attorney Emily Neumann said she has been seeing multiple cases of H-1B petitions from three tech giants not getting approved on time. Neumann said Cognizant, Infosys, and Microsoft at the moment are experiencing H-1B issues but she was certain that it would continue and would spread to other companies…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

US green card rules challenged as USCIS tightens adjustment of status process

An important lawsuit has been initiated to contest the recent policies by USCIS that influence permanent residence applications. The guidelines in question evaluate an applicant's choice to remain in the US negatively, while also permitting application rejections without giving applicants a chance to provide more documentation. The resolution of this…

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The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 4

6 of The Hardest Documents You’ll Ever Have to Fill Out and Your Will Is Not One of Them

A will can force you to make uncomfortable decisions, but filling one out usually does not require reconstructing your entire financial life. The hardest documents often ask for something much more demanding: precise information that must match records, dates, accounts, debts, employment history, or supporting evidence.

Latin Times · Oct 2

Green Card Dates Just Moved Backward: What the Oct. 2026 Visa Bulletin Means for Latinos

The October 2026 Visa Bulletin retrogressed EB-2 and EB-3 dates for Mexico and the world. What Latino green card applicants need to know now.

Latin Times · Oct 1

USCIS Raises 4 Fees Oct. 16 — Send the Wrong Amount and Your Case Gets Rejected

Four USCIS immigration fees rise on October 16. Here's what changes for asylum seekers, TPS holders, and parolees — and what happens if you send the wrong amount.

The Times of India · Oct 1

Immigration experts concerned over delays in H-1B extension for Microsoft, Cognizant, Infosys: 'There has been no clarification'

Immigration attorneys Rahul Reddy and Emily Neumann expressed concern over some tech companies experiencing difficulties in getting H-1B extensions for their employees. Reddy said it is concerning as companies like Microsoft, Cognizant and Infosys employ a huge number of Indians, while Neumann pointed out that there has been no clarification…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

US raises select immigration fees for FY 2027, new charges from October 16

US Citizenship and Immigration Services plans to increase certain immigration application fees starting October 16, 2026. The new fees reflect inflation adjustments over the year to July 2026, as mandated by H.R. 1. Specific forms like the asylum application and employment authorization will see incremental increases. Notably, fees for the…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

US to double EB-5 visa fees from November 30: What it means for Indian investors seeking green card

New fees for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program will be effective from November 30, 2026. Investors using the regional-centre route will see a significant fee increase of over 100%. Those who already submitted their EB-5 petitions will be exempt from the new fees until their cases are resolved. The fee…

Reason · Sep 30

Homeland Security Admits To Watchlisting Americans Based on 'Potential Inaccuracies'

The feds’ response to a lawsuit over their voter fraud investigation program is an admission that their approach didn’t work. But some questions are still unanswered.

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