Changes in US immigration regulations are increasingly complicating matters for Indian nationals. New directives now allow for the swift denial of immigration applications without any notification. Furthermore, a potential regulation could remove the existing 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders, leading many Indian professionals to investigate more secure residency options and clearer pathways in America.

US employers are changing hiring and retention strategies for foreign professionals. This shift occurs as H-1B program changes make it more expensive and unpredictable. …

WASHINGTON: Immigrants seeking work permits, green cards or changes of status could face a greater risk of having...