India Says Citizens 'Stranded' Amid H-1b Visa Delays
Summary
India's government has expressed concerns to the United States about delays in processing H-1B visas due to new screening processes, including reviews of social media profiles. Many appointments for visa interviews have been canceled and rescheduled, causing problems for Indian citizens. The U.S. has said these measures are due to safety and security reasons.Key Facts
- India raised concerns with the U.S. over H-1B visa delays.
- New screening measures include checking social media of applicants.
- Many H-1B visa interview appointments have been canceled until 2026.
- The U.S. cites national security as the reason for the delays.
- H-1B visas are for highly skilled workers, mainly in tech and engineering.
- 85,000 H-1B visas are issued each year, with India being a major source of applicants.
- New visa fees have been introduced for H-1B petitions.
- There are reports of technical issues with the U.S. visa scheduling portal, affecting interview appointments.
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