L&T Technology Services (L&T Tech) will pay almost $10 million to settle claims of underpaid visa fees, violating the False Claims Act. The company bought cheaper B-1 visas instead of the more expensive H-1B visas for their foreign workers between 2014 and 2019. B-1 visas don't allow paid work in the US, while H-1B visas have a yearly limit for skilled workers with … [Read more...] about Penalties for Employers Engaging in ‘Visa Fraud’: L&T Tech Case Study
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15% increase in USA visa application processing fee for students from May 30
United States Department of State has announced an increase in visa application processing fees for various non-immigrant visa categories, including students. These changes will take effect on May 30, 2023. Other consular fees, like the waiver of the two-year residency fee for certain exchange visitors, will not be affected by these changes.Here is a table … [Read more...] about 15% increase in USA visa application processing fee for students from May 30
Can a Spouse of H-1B Visa Holder Work in America?
In a landmark ruling, a U.S. judge has recently granted the right for spouses of H-1B visa holders to work in the United States. This decision is expected to have a far-reaching impact on the lives of thousands of immigrants and the U.S. economy.What is H-4 Visa?The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in … [Read more...] about Can a Spouse of H-1B Visa Holder Work in America?
USCIS clarifies best post-layoff option for H-1B visa holders
If you are a foreign national in the United States with a non-immigrant visa and have been laid off, you don’t necessarily have to leave the country within a grace period of 60 days in case you are unable to find another employment. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that individuals with B-1 or B-2 visas who are traveling to the United … [Read more...] about USCIS clarifies best post-layoff option for H-1B visa holders
USCIS to extend H1-B eRegistration deadline
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it may extend the deadline for H1-B visa registration after some users experienced technical difficulties. The USCIS launched an electronic registration process for the H1-B visa, which requires basic information about the petitioner and the requested worker. The initial registration period lasts … [Read more...] about USCIS to extend H1-B eRegistration deadline