The Biden administration has introduced changes to H-1B visa regulations aimed at providing greater flexibility to American businesses in hiring foreign workers with specialized skills. Announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the new rule modernizes eligibility criteria for H-1B visa holders, nonprofit organizations, and governmental research institutions, offering exemptions from the annual visa cap.
The updates also facilitate smoother transitions for international students on F-1 visas seeking H-1B status. “American businesses rely on the H-1B visa program for the recruitment of highly skilled talent, benefiting communities across the country,” said DHS Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “These improvements… provide employers with greater flexibility to hire global talent, boost our economic competitiveness, and allow highly skilled workers to continue to advance American innovation.”
Among the key changes, the rule clarifies the definition of cap-exempt organizations, reduces ambiguity in employer requirements, and enhances protections Read More…..
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