Kathmandu. The Donald Trump administration is going to make major changes to the process of issuing H-1B visas.
So far, this visa will be issued through the lottery system, now it will be issued through the salary-based selection system. The White House Information and Regulatory Affairs Office has brought a proposal in this regard.
On August 8, the government approved a sweeping change in the allocation of H-1B visas for workers in special occupations. The move comes under the Donald Trump administration’s “Buy American Things and Hire Americans” policy.
The Trump administration’s move will increase the difficulties for thousands of foreign students looking for future career prospects in america. Students who have recently graduated will also be affected.
What is the current rule?
H-1B visas allow U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialized occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. It allows you to work in the U.S. for a period of 3 years. At present, its annual slot is limited to Rs 85,000. So far, new graduates and experienced professionals are selected every year under the lottery process.
During Donald Trump’s first term, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) tried to change the lottery system for H-1B visas. After becoming president again this year, Trump has taken steps in this direction again. The biggest information about the new rule is that it is based on salaries rather than a lottery system that keeps everyone equal.
These changes are believed to be due to Trump’s criticism of the H-1B program several times. Trump said, “American employers have misused this visa by hiring low-paying foreign workers. ’
