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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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?
Can you apply for a job in the US when visiting on travel (B-1/B-2) visa?
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that individuals traveling to the US on a tourist or business visa are now permitted to apply for jobs and even attend interviews. B-1/B-2 visas are for short non-immigrant visitors who want to enter the USA for travel or business purposes. According to the latest guidelines issued by the USCIS, … [Read more...] about Can you apply for a job in the US when visiting on travel (B-1/B-2) visa?
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