USCIS
Enhanced Social Media Screening for H-1B and H-4 Visa Applicants: New Policy Implementation Starting December 15
Dec 15, 2025 02:41 am CST
The Trump administration is implementing new social media vetting procedures for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants beginning December 15, requiring public profile settings for comprehensive review. This expansion of screening measures, previously applied only to student visas, represents the latest step in tightened immigration policies affecting thousands of foreign workers, particularly Indian technology professionals and physicians who form the largest group of H-1B visa holders.
New US Policy Requires H-1B and H-4 Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Profiles Public for Enhanced Security Screening
Dec 04, 2025 03:57 pm CST
Starting December 15, the US State Department will implement new vetting procedures requiring all H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents to set their social media profiles to "public" as part of enhanced security screening. This measure, previously applied only to students and exchange visitors, represents the latest in a series of immigration restrictions under the Trump administration, which has also introduced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas and paused immigration applications from 19 countries of concern.
H-1B Approvals for Indian IT Companies Hit 10-Year Low: Shifting Trends in Tech Recruitment
Dec 01, 2025 05:31 pm CST
H-1B visa approvals for major Indian IT firms have dropped to a decade-low of 4,573, marking a 70% decline since 2015. Meanwhile, US tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft now dominate new H-1B approvals as companies shift focus from recruiting abroad to retaining existing talent. TCS remains the only Indian company among the top five H-1B employers, with continuing-employment applications now far outpacing new visa requests across the industry.
Trump Orders Comprehensive Review of Green Cards from High-Risk Countries: Application Process, Eligibility, and Fees Explained
Nov 28, 2025 03:04 pm CST
Following an incident involving an Afghan national, President Trump has ordered a thorough review of all Green Cards issued to immigrants from designated "countries of concern." This article explains what Green Cards are, who qualifies for them, the application process, and associated fees, providing essential information for those navigating the US immigration system during this policy shift.
Trump's Third World Immigration Ban: Understanding the Policy and Its Historical Context
Nov 28, 2025 02:52 pm CST
President Trump has announced plans to suspend migration from "third-world countries" following security concerns. This article explores the meaning behind the term "third world," the countries targeted by Trump's immigration policies, and the broader implications of the administration's crackdown on migration from nations designated as "of Identified Concern," including the comprehensive review of Green Card holders from 19 specific countries.
Trump Administration's New Green Card Restrictions: How Government Aid Use Could Affect Immigration Status
Nov 19, 2025 07:54 pm CST
The Trump administration is implementing stricter immigration regulations by proposing changes to the "public charge" rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use or may need government assistance programs. The proposal gives immigration officials broader discretion in evaluating applications and aims to ensure immigrants are self-reliant, potentially affecting millions of current and future permanent residents.
Trump's New Immigration Policy Could Restrict Green Cards for Travel Ban Nationals: What You Need to Know
Nov 16, 2025 12:56 pm CST
The Trump administration is preparing a significant change to immigration policy that would use nationality as a negative factor when evaluating green card and other benefit applications for people from 19 countries under the travel ban. This policy shift would affect individuals already in the US, with critics calling it an escalation in restrictions on legal immigration.
H-1B Visa Processing Halted Due to US Government Shutdown: Impact on Indian Tech Workers
Oct 02, 2025 01:43 am CST
The US government shutdown has suspended H-1B visa processing, affecting thousands of tech workers from India. Immigration attorney Nicole Gunara explains that without Department of Labor operations, new applications and transfers cannot proceed until funding is restored. This comes after recent policy changes including a fee increase to $100,000 and proposed reforms to the selection process favoring higher-wage workers.
As H-1B Cost Surges, A Look At Cost, Eligibility Of L-1, O-1, EB-5, OPT Visas
Sep 22, 2025 10:59 pm CST
Given the substantial H1-B visa fee increase, Indian professionals, who constitute over 70 per cent of H-1B visa holders, are exploring alternative pathways into the US job market.
Amid Trump's H-1B Chaos, China Opens Door For Global Talent With 'K Visa'
Sep 22, 2025 12:31 pm CST
As US President Donald Trump's new $100,000 visa fee sets off panic and confusion, China has announced a new visa category to lure in young science and technology talent.