Trump admin crackdown: Indian techies see biggest hit as US green card approvals plunge sharply
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Mon, 17 August 2026
1 report- Times of India07:31
The approval rate for EB-1A, the US green card category meant for individuals with extraordinary ability, has dropped sharply in FY26, with Indian applicants bearing a significant share of the impact, according to several immigration experts.
Tue, 18 August 2026
1 report- Times of India05:19first to report
Recent data indicates a considerable drop in US green card approvals for extraordinary workers, with Indian technology professionals facing the brunt of these new regulations. The USCIS has raised the bar for evidence needed in applications, prompting many Indian nationals to seek immigration options in other countries. Experts caution that these challenges will likely persist, complicating the path to US residency for skilled individuals.
Thu, 27 August 2026
1 report- Times of India15:30
In the United States, close to one million Indians are bogged down by long-lasting green card backlogs, representing a staggering seventy-nine percent of applicants in these categories. Some Indian professionals may face wait times soaring to an unbelievable 179 years. This issue arises from annual visa caps and per-country limits, highlighting the urgent need for reforms to alleviate the distressing delays faced by skilled workers.
Sun, 30 August 2026
1 report- newsweek.com22:04
Indian professionals could face green card waits of up to 179 years under U.S. immigration limits, a new NFAP analysis finds.
Wed, 2 September 2026
1 report- Times of India01:48
Indian workers are enduring remarkably lengthy delays in obtaining US Green Cards, with projections suggesting that some may be forced to wait an astonishing 179 years for permanent residency. Stricter annual quotas and country-specific limitations contribute significantly to immigration backlogs, with nearly one million Indian applicants currently affected. This scenario exposes the disproportionate challenges facing Indian professionals in their quest for residency.