What Is the Impact of New H-1B Regulations and FDNS Site Visits? & April Visa Bulletin

Topic: What Is the Impact of New H-1B Regulations and FDNS Site Visits? & April Visa Bulletin
Guest: Uma Mantravadi, Esq.
Law Firm: Mantra Law
Host: Sam

The U.S. immigration landscape is changing! In this episode, Sam sits down with Uma Mantravadi, Esq. from Nipasa Law Firm to break down the latest H-1B regulations, FDNS site visits, and the April Visa Bulletin. Whether you're an H-1B visa holder, employer, or immigration professional, this discussion will give you the insights you need to stay ahead of these policy changes.

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00:00 - Intro
5:41 - How is USCIS responding to the lawsuit filed by attorneys regarding form rejections?
6:25 - What are the latest updates on the Department of State's policy changes regarding non-immigrant visa waivers?
9:54 - What are the key updates and changes in the April 2025 Visa Bulletin?
11:30 - What does the retrogression in EB-5 for India mean for applicants?
13:27 - What is the significance of FDNS site visits, and why are they becoming more common?
14:43 - How will FDNS site visits impact H-1B employees and employers?
17:06 - What documents should employees have ready in case of an FDNS site visit?
19:03 - What are the most common reasons for an FDNS site visit?
21:40 - How does USCIS decide which employers or employees to inspect?
22:51 - What are the risks for H-1B employees working at third-party client sites?
24:39 - How do FDNS site visits affect long-term H-1B employees?
27:04 - What should employers do if an FDNS site visit occurs?
28:20 - What are the main changes in the new H-1B rules, and how do they affect employer responsibilities?
32:13 - How do the new H-1B rules make FDNS site visits mandatory for employers?
33:47 - What happens if an employer does not cooperate with an FDNS site visit?
35:02 - Can an employer ask for time to respond to an FDNS officer or have their attorney present?
39:00 - How can companies ensure they have immediate access to necessary documentation during an FDNS site visit?
45:28 - What are the new regulations affecting H-1B applicants?
53:41 - If an employer is found non-compliant for one or two employees, does it impact other H-1B employees in the company?
56:03 - How does failing an FDNS site visit affect an H-1B employee’s ability to work and stay in the U.S.?


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