Good news for students. Especially those who are thinking of studying abroad with a student visa. Today we are going to tell you about H1- B Visa Rules. Joe Biden’s reign is now only a few days left. In the last days of his term, the US President has made a big announcement. The Biden administration has changed the rules of H-1B visas on Tuesday.
After this change, the application process is likely to be easier and its misuse is also likely to be stopped. Actually, this visa process has been going on in the US for more than 30 years. The H-1B visa program opens up a new way for international students and employed people to work in the US. The changes to these visa rules are one of President Biden’s last major actions on legal immigration. However, it is difficult to say how the administration led by President-elect Donald Trump will accept this and accept these changes.
When will the new rules come into force?
According to the information, the new rules for changes in H1B visas are going to come into effect on January 17, 2025. These rules will come into effect at a time when President Biden has only a few days left in his term. According to the new rule, anyone who applies for this visa will have to use a newly introduced application form, I-129, to submit their H-1B petitions.
The most sought after visa
H-1B visas are the most sought-after. These visas attract hundreds of thousands of applicants every year. It is said that many veteran tech companies are one of the biggest beneficiaries of this visa. According to the data, more than 400,000 applications were submitted this year, underscoring the stiff competition for these visas. DHS has changed the changes to this visa.
What are the major changes in the rules?
1. According to the new rules, applicants will have to indicate that the field of their degree is directly related to the job related to the visa. It is believed that this will reduce the misuse of this visa.
2. According to the new rule, immigration authorities will now have the right to streamline the renewal process, postpone prior approval while processing extension requests.
3. The client’s needs will determine whether the job is eligible for the H-1B visa.
4. H-1B workers will not be asked for a full travel schedule, but they may have to show their contract.
5. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will have enhanced authority to conduct workplace inspections to ensure compliance with H-1B regulations.
6. Non-compliance can result in visa cancellation or penalties.
7. Under the changed rules, the interview waiver program, commonly known as the Dropbox system, is now available. Anyone who is an eligible applicant will be allowed to avoid personal interview.
