Indians are benefiting greatly from the 'H1B' entry visa program, which is widely used to get jobs in the United States. During Trump's presidency in 2020, these visa procedures were tightened with the aim of giving priority to American citizens. At that time, the issuance of H1B visas was suspended until march 31, 2021, in order to protect jobs for Americans. Later, these restrictions were lifted when Joe Biden came to power. trump Visa But now that trump has taken office again, the US Department of Homeland Security has announced that it is ready to introduce stricter restrictions on the H1B visa process. According to the new plan, it has been emphasized that conditions should be avoided for foreign students coming to the united states for higher education to stay indefinitely for long periods..jpg)
The trump administration is planning to scrap the longstanding H-1B lottery system, replacing it with a wage-driven selection process that favors higher-paid applicants—up to implementation for FY 2027 (by march 2026). U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick labeled the current system a “scam”, arguing it displaces American workers by allowing underpaid foreign labor to dominate. Critics warn this system shifts the H-1B from an opportunity gateway to a “luxury work permit,” potentially squeezing out early-career foreign professionals, including indian students and fresh graduates.
Broader Visa & Immigration Clampdown:
Besides H-1B, the administration is eyeing stricter limits on student and media visas, capping stays at four years for students and 240 days for media correspondents. Green card pathways are also under threat, with proposals to prioritize high-wage and highly qualified workers for permanent residency.
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