Big US visa rule changes in 2023: How United States tweaked regulations for H1B, EB5, F1 visa holders
work visas in 2023. Earlier this year, U.S. State Department officials announced a limited rollout of the H-1B domestic visa renewal pilot, allowing a restricted 20,000 participants to renew their visas.
Under this program, applicants are required to mail their visas to the State Department and are prohibited from traveling outside the U.S. However, though H1B employees can renew their visas without leaving the country, their spouses can't. In 2023, the U.S.
government introduced stringent measures to address overrepresentation in H-1B visa registrations. New rules mandate a one-time registration per employee, and accordingly, employers must now submit passport information for each registrant. Speaking on the issue, Nicholas A.
Mastroianni III, President and CMO, US Immigration Fund (USIF), said, “This change is designed to reduce the artificial inflation of applicants' chances in the H-1B lottery system and to ensure a more streamlined and equitable selection process. The goal is to enhance the fairness and integrity of the H-1B visa program, which is highly sought after by professionals around the world, particularly in the technology sector." In 2023, the U.S. government unveiled an innovative online visa application system, streamlining the process and minimizing paperwork.
This digital platform marks a significant advancement, enhancing efficiency for applicants. “This modernization of the visa application process is aimed at making it more accessible and efficient for applicants around the world. It represents a significant step towards streamlining visa procedures and improving the overall experience for those seeking to travel to the United States" In October 2023, USCIS revised the EB-5 visa policy, aligning
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