US targets alleged manipulation in H-1B system under new rule
The US government has cited concerns related to manipulation and abuse in the H-1B visa system as a key driver behind its decision to overhaul how visas are selected each year.
The US government has cited concerns related to manipulation and abuse in the H-1B visa system as a key driver behind its decision to overhaul how visas are selected each year.
The H1-B visa debate has reignited, bringing to light the conflicting views on skilled immigration to the US among prominent figures and political factions.
The US Embassy and Consulates in India issued an all-time record of more than 140,000 student visas from October 2022 through September 2023, the State Department announced.
The Delhi Police deported over 30 foreign nationals in September, who were staying without valid visas in the Dwarka area, an official said on Sunday.
The British government said India is the first visa-national country to benefit from such a scheme.
As per Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sources, the decision was taken late last night. Meanwhile, Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) on Sunday claimed the responsibility for the Karte Parwan Gurdwara attack in Kabul.
WAM added that "passengers arriving on tourist visas must take a mandatory PCR test at the airport".
Students on F and J visas would be able to keep their visas in the US as long as they are continuing their studies
These visas have been issued as a 'special gesture' by the government of Pakistan in view of the importance of 'Baisakhi' for Punjabis and Sikhs marking the start of their new year, the high commission said.
The proposal, if finalised, will eliminate any misconception that the "B-1 in lieu of H policy" provides an alternative avenue for foreign professionals to enter the US for skilled labour.
