The H1B visa process of selection has been amended by the United States recently. The new process aims to give preference to skill and salary over the current process based on the lottery system. According to the authorities from the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) the H-1B temporary work visa program is being abused and exploited by employers. They are … [Read more...]
US Immigrant Visas And Work Visa Restrictions Extended Till 31st March 2021
The restrictions on US immigrant visas including H1B visas, work visas, and green cards have been extended till the 31st of March 2021. This was announced by the US administration led by President Donald Trump. The restrictions were set to expire on the 31st of December 2021. Read: No More Country Cap For Employment-Based Green Cards – S386 Bill ExplainedH1B Visa … [Read more...]
No More Country Cap For Employment-Based Green Cards – S386 Bill Explained
Immigrants who have applied for employment-based green cards can finally see a glimmer of hope. The US Senate, under the presidency of Senator Kevin Cramer, has removed the country cap for H-1B visas by passing the Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act or S386 bill. The bill clears the existing backlog of highly skilled green card applicants who have come to the US with … [Read more...]
Working In The US – Will It Be Easier For Indians With Biden In The Office?
Can working in the US be easier post Trump presidency? The President-elect, Joe Biden, has vowed to make the USA an inviting destination for job seekers from around the globe. This means the US government led by Biden is likely to be favorable for talents from India as well. Check out: Immigrants Contribution To US Innovations Since 1974 Working In The US – Trump Vs … [Read more...]
What Is The Salary Needed To Buy A Home In The USA
Buying a house is the ultimate dream for almost everyone. And what is the salary needed to buy a home in the USA? Let’s find out. Over the last 12 months, the cost of buying a home in 49 out of 50 metro areas in the USA has risen. The mortgage rates have also risen significantly – they are currently at a 7-year high. The median cost of buying a home in the USA is about … [Read more...]
