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Indian on H-1B visa feels ‘burned out’ in US, says ‘would really like to go back’ after ‘high-stress FAANG job’

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Indian nationals face challenges under stricter immigration policies (AI generated image)

As the Trump administration persists in enforcing stricter immigration policies, Indian nationals living in the United States are struggling to manage the pressures and difficulties arising from the newly implemented regulations. Indian nationals face challenges under stricter immigration policies (AI generated image) Amid the tensed scenario, one Indian has opened up about his situation, saying … Read more

H-1B, F-1 visa alert: USCIS to deny these forms September 15, here’s what Indian applicants must know

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US visa alert: No grace period will be granted for outdated forms, resulting in immediate rejection of late submissions. (Representative)

Starting from September 15, 2026, significant changes will be implemented to two frequently used US immigration forms, and USCIS has made it abundantly clear that no grace period will be allowed. Submitting the outdated version on or after this date will result in an outright rejection of your application. US visa alert: No grace period … Read more

US visa alert for minors: Embassy issues key update for parents, clarifies if kids must be present for interviews

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The US Embassy in India requires all minor visa applicants to be present at consular interviews, regardless of age/ (Representational File Photo)

Parents seeking a US visa for their children are not permitted to attend the consular interview without the child, even if the child is an infant. The US Embassy in India has explicitly stated that every minor visa applicant, irrespective of their age, is required to be present in person at the interview window. The … Read more

Another H-1B crackdown? US widens fraud investigation as alleged visa abuse comes under scrutiny in Texas

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Representational image showing US national flag. (Unsplash)

The US Department of Labor’s Office of Inspector General has joined Texas commentator Sara Gonzales and BlazeTV in highlighting alleged H-1B visa fraud in Texas, putting renewed attention on the federal government’s scrutiny of employers and businesses using the foreign-worker program. Representational image showing US national flag. (Unsplash) In a post on X, the DOL … Read more

US revokes visa of former Mexico President’s son: What led to the decision and why López Beltrán is questioning Trump

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US revokes Andrés Manuel López Beltrán's visa, the son of former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. (X/@XiomaraVargasTV)

Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, the son of former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, says the United States has revoked its objective, prompting him to appeal directly to President Donald Trump and demand an explanation for the decision. US revokes Andrés Manuel López Beltrán’s visa, the son of former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. … Read more

Is $20,000 visa bond the next US travel hurdle? What wider rollout could mean for visitors

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The US travel industry warns that a broader expansion of the Trump administration’s visa bond program could discourage international visitors. (Representational image) (Unsplash )

The US travel industry is warning that a broader expansion of the Trump administration’s visa bond program could discourage international visitors and hurt the US economy, after the State Department made the program permanent for travelers from dozens of countries. The US travel industry warns that a broader expansion of the Trump administration’s visa bond … Read more

30 senators flag delays in US visa appointments for Indian students

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30 senators flag delays in US visa appointments for Indian students

The senators said delays could prevent students and exchange visitors from reaching the US in time for the beginning of the academic year With the US fall academic season weeks away, a shortage of timely student-visa appointments has emerged as a growing concern for international students, including Indians, with 30 US senators now pressing the … Read more

‘Did you pay anything to your employer for H-1B’: Indian visa holder shares gruelling 30-minute interview at Hyderabad consulate

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'Did you pay anything to your employer for H-1B': Indian visa holder shares gruelling 30-minute interview at Hyderabad consulate

H-1B visa holder shares how questioning went on for 30 minutes and most of these questions were technical and specific about job role (Photo: AI) An H-1B visa holder shared the lengthy interview that took place at the Hyderabad Consulate in India, revealing how minutely visa officers are now going through H-1B visa applications and … Read more

H-1B, L-1 visa extensions get costlier from Sept 9: What changes and who pays

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H-1B, L-1 visa extensions get costlier from Sept 9: What changes and who pays

US to charge H-1B, L-1 extension fee from September 9. The US has expanded the scope of a visa fee that could significantly raise immigration costs for large employers, with the USD 4,000 charge for H-1B petitions and USD 4,500 fee for L-1 petitions now set to apply to certain visa extension filings from September … Read more

Indian student sent girlfriend’s mother series of texts after murder, was in US on F-1 visa: What we know so far

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Varun Batchigari was a student in Arizona state, US, and had a history of violent behaviour. (Video grab: YT/@VarunBatchigari)

Indian national Varun Batchigari, 20, accused of murdering his 19-year-old girlfriend in Tucson, Arizona, allegedly used her phone to send a series of messages to her mother after the killing, before fleeing the United States and being arrested in Germany, according to police. Varun Batchigari was a student in Arizona state, US, and had a … Read more