Career & Visa News
News and Openbound analysis on hiring, sponsorship and policy for international talent in the U.S.
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Understanding PERM: When Can Experience Gained with the Sponsoring Employer Be Used?
For employers seeking to sponsor a foreign national for U.S. permanent residence through the employment-based green card process, the first step is generally obtaining a labor certification from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). Commonly known as PERM (Program Electronic Review
News · Source: Reddy Neumann Brown · Openbound updated
How the Trump administration's crackdown on international students could affect the economy
A new proposed $70,000 fee for international students who are seeking to work in the U.S. after graduation is the latest Trump administration policy targeting scholars from abroad.
News · Source: PBS NewsHour · Openbound updated
Some hiring managers may be waiting until after the election to recruit
Decision-makers identified changes in government policies as one of the biggest hiring challenges for 2026.
News · Source: HR Dive · Openbound updated
Cloudera Settlement: Two-Year PERM Debarment and $2 Million in Financial Penalties and Back Pay
On October 16, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a settlement with Cloudera, Inc., resolving allegations that the technology company discriminated against U.S. workers during recruitment for positions connected to the Perm
News · Source: Reddy Neumann Brown · Openbound updated
US: OPT fee proposal exposes divide in Indian applicants
Proposed OPT fees threaten the appeal of US study for Indian students relying on loans, but advisers report mixed responses among applicants.
News · Source: The PIE News · Openbound updated
Large employers are hiring part-time workers over seasonal ones, Indeed data shows
The shift indicates potential optimism about future staffing needs, an economist at the Indeed Hiring Lab said.
News · Source: HR Dive · Openbound updated
DHS Proposes to Eliminate the 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN Workers
proposed rulemaking titled “Eliminating the Discretionary 60-day Grace Period.” The proposal, signed by Secretary Markwayne Mullin and carrying DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0364 (RIN 1615-AD22), would strike 8 CFR 214.1(l)(2) from the regulations. That single paragraph is what curre
News · Source: Reddy Neumann Brown · Openbound updated
BioSpace: As H-1B Visa Changes Keep Coming, Biopharmas Adjust Hiring Approach
As H-1B visa policies continue to evolve, biopharma companies face new challenges in attracting and retaining global talent. In an article published by BioSpace, Partner Audrea Golding discussed how ...
News · Source: fragomen · Source published
November 2026 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the November 2026 Visa Bulletin. Several employment-based and family-based cutoff dates advance, while others remain unchanged. Unless otherwise noted, the cutoff dates below are from the final action chart (Chart A), which governs
News · Source: Murthy Law Firm · Source published
TPS ALERT: UKRAINE, SUDAN, & EL SALVADOR
USCIS says TPS beneficiaries from all three countries retain protection, including work authorization, pending an announcement. Posted dates remain unchanged. Preserve the alert and watch for formal action. More info.
News · Source: Murthy Law Firm · Source published
November 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Changes for Employment-Based and Family-Sponsored Categories
The U.S. Department of State has released the November 2026 Visa Bulletin, announcing several significant changes to employment-based and family-sponsored immigrant visa categories. This month’s bulletin features one-year advancements in several family-sponsored categories for Wo
News · Source: Visa Lawyer Blog · Source published
Times of India: US Proposes Ending Deference to Past H-1B Approvals; Indians Will Be Disproportionately Impacted
Proposed changes to H-1B visa extensions could mean greater scrutiny for foreign workers, even when their employment circumstances remain unchanged. In an article published in The Times of India, ...
News · Source: fragomen · Source published