USCIS has announced a new rule that requires legal visa holders, including H-1B, O-1, and F-1 visa holders, to leave the United States and wait out Green Card backlogs in their home countries. Immigration experts and founders have criticized this move as “massive” and “absurd,” warning that it disrupts decades of established dual intent precedent and could significantly impact the tech and startup ecosystems.
Key Details:
- Affected visa categories: H-1B, O-1, F-1
- Requirement: Visa holders must leave the US during Green Card processing
- Potential impact: Loss of top talent in US universities and startups
- Legal challenges anticipated as stakeholders respond to the rule
This rule could force many foreign workers, especially from high-backlog countries like India, to leave the lives they have built in the US for years. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @reportsbygcs