The US State Department revoked more than 100,000 visas in 2025, the highest annual figure ever recorded. This surge follows an executive order by President Trump reinstating stricter vetting rules.
US immigration attorney clarifies rules for laid-off H-1B holders in India. Learn about the 60-day grace period, travel dangers, and essential steps to protect your status.
H-1B and H-4 visa holders face major delays due to new social media vetting in India. Experts warn against travel for stamping, advise preparing for a long stay. Read more.
US visa applicants in India face routine 221(g) notices due to mandatory social media vetting, causing delays. Immigration attorney Steven Brown explains the process and offers a checklist to navigate the 'administrative processing'.
The US Embassy in India issued a warning on illegal immigration, sparking backlash as thousands face H-1B visa appointment delays. Read about the social media vetting and the chaos it has caused.
Major 2025 H-1B visa reforms: $100,000 fee for some petitions, mandatory social media checks, and end of random lottery. Learn how these changes impact Indian professionals and employers. Get expert guidance now!
New US social media checks for H-1B visa applicants cause chaos, leading to massive delays and rescheduled appointments until 2026. Learn about DS-160 and DS-5535 forms.
Stricter US immigration checks, including social media vetting, are causing deep anxiety for Indian professionals and students. Experts reveal common mistakes to avoid for H-1B, H-4, and F-1 visa applicants to prevent delays or rejections.
The US State Department now requires H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to keep social media profiles public. Learn how this impacts Indian professionals and their families.
US tightens visa screening for all H-1B/H-4 applicants with social media vetting, causing massive delays. Thousands of Indian professionals stranded. Apply early and expect long waits.
Thousands of Indian H-1B holders are stranded in India after visa appointments were deferred by 6+ months due to new social media vetting. CEO Vijay Thirumalai calls the situation 'brutal' and advises pursuing a Green Card.
The US Embassy clarifies that all H-1B and H-4 visa applications undergo global security vetting. This impacts Indian professionals and families. Learn the details and process here.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after a new US social media vetting policy delays renewals. Learn about the policy change and its impact on appointments.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded in India after US consulates abruptly cancelled their renewal appointments, rescheduling them months later due to enhanced social media vetting. Read about the impact and uncertainty.
H-1B visa delays due to social media vetting leave Indians stranded. Experts advise keeping your job at all costs, as finding a new one could cost a company $100,000. Learn the critical steps to take now.
US visa delays due to social media vetting leave H-1B holders stranded in India. Experts advise keeping your job to avoid a $100,000 fee for new sponsorship. Read crucial advice.
New US social media vetting from Dec 15 leads to 221(g) slips for all visa applicants, causing major delays. Indian H-1B professionals are stuck, fearing job loss. Read the full impact.
An H-1B renewal applicant details the new social media screening at the US Consulate in Chennai, receiving a 221(g) slip. Learn about the process and its implications for future applicants.
Allan Dabrio Marrero, married to a US citizen, was detained by ICE after missing a hearing notice. His case highlights tightened immigration enforcement. Read more about the family's fight for his release.
The US mandates stricter H-1B visa vetting, including resume reviews & LinkedIn checks. New social media screening for all applicants starts December 15. Read the full impact.
The Trump administration announces major immigration reforms: expanding travel bans, vetting H-1B social media, and cutting work permit validity. Key impacts for Indian nationals.
The Trump administration cuts work permit validity for asylum seekers from 5 years to 18 months, intensifying legal immigration crackdown. Learn the impact on migrants and US industries.
A new US visa rule requiring public social media access for H-1B and H-4 applicants causes deep anxiety in Indian families. Experts warn of delays, job losses for thousands. Read more.
US State Department mandates social media checks for H-1B workers and H-4 dependents from Dec 15. Experts warn of delays, increased scrutiny for Indian IT professionals. Learn the new rules.
The Trump administration has ordered enhanced vetting for H-1B visa applicants, impacting Indian tech professionals. Learn about the new rules and their consequences.
The Trump administration mandates stricter vetting for H-1B visa applicants, crucial for Indian tech talent. Learn how this policy shift impacts US recruitment and Indian professionals.
EAM S Jaishankar cautions Western nations they will be 'net losers' if they curb skilled immigration. He highlights India's role in global talent and the need for mobility. Read more.
US immigration authorities launch a major crackdown in New Orleans, targeting 2,000 undocumented migrants. The operation, part of a nationwide effort, has sparked fear and legal challenges. Read the full story.
The Trump administration halts all immigration from 19 countries, including India's neighbours. Expert warns of frozen cases, lawsuits. Read the full impact analysis.
The US has temporarily paused processing certain immigration applications from countries on its travel ban list. Learn how this impacts applicants and the official reasons behind the move.