Trump To Suspend H-1B Visas

In a move that could spoil the dreams of thousands of India techies in, US President Trump is expected to soon sign an order suspending all temporary work visas, including the H-1B visa, according to a report. Visa restrictions are seen as a step to protect jobs for American workers, hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Citing multiple sources familiar with the plan, a reputed news channel reported that Trump is expected to sign an order to suspend H-1B, H-2B, L-1, and other temporary work visas through the end of the year.

In the meantime, US President has confirmed to Fox News that his government is going to announce something tomorrow or the next day on the visa. Asked if there would be exclusions from the new restrictions, Trump said very few.

H-1B work visas are popular. The US government has capped H-1B visas to 85,000 every year, out of which around 70% goes to Indians.

Trump is also expected to suspend H-2B visas for seasonal workers such as hotel and construction staff, J-1 visas that are meant for research scholars and professors, and other cultural and work-exchange programs.

IT companies have requested the Trump administration to not block the flow of foreign workers into America as it would hurt the economy.