The Dignity Act has introduced significant changes for F-1 and H-1B visa holders, including an increase in the per country cap for green cards from 7% to 15%. Additionally, the Act provides automatic O-1 visas for all PhD holders, which do not have any cap restrictions. These changes aim to enhance opportunities for international students and skilled workers in the U.S.
Key Details:
- Green card cap increase: From 7% to 15% per country.
- Automatic O-1 visa eligibility for all PhD holders.
- O-1 visa: No annual cap restrictions.
- Affects F-1 and H-1B visa holders significantly.
These changes are expected to provide greater pathways to permanent residency for international students and skilled professionals in the U.S.
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Source: AccordingLee