New Delhi/Hyderabad, April 24, 2026 — A controversial new bill introduced in the US Congress has sparked alarm among the Indian diaspora, particularly H-1B visa holders. The legislation proposes a three-year freeze on the H-1B visa program, during which current holders could be required to gradually leave the United States. Republican Congressman Eli Crane from […]
April 1, 2026 marks a significant shift in the H-1B visa process with the mandatory use of the new edition of Form I-129 (dated 02/27/26). USCIS will reject any petitions filed using the older 01/20/25 edition after March 31, 2026. This change aligns with the implementation of the wage-weighted selection process for the FY2027 H-1B […]
Background and Announcement The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized skills and knowledge, such as IT, engineering, and other STEM fields. Demand has long exceeded the cap, leading to a random electronic registration lottery each spring when registrations surpass available visas. On December 23, 2025, DHS/USCIS announced […]
8 April 2026 The United States has introduced sweeping changes to the H-1B visa programme in 2026, marking one of the biggest reforms in recent years. These updates aim to prioritise higher-skilled, higher-paid foreign workers and reduce the hiring of entry-level or lower-wage talent from abroad. For Indian professionals and students, who receive nearly 70% of all H-1B […]
