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Apr

How to Change Jobs on an H-1B Visa

April 16, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

Changing jobs while on an H-1B visa can be an exciting step forward—but it requires careful planning, legal precision, and a clear understanding of the transfer process. Between 2005 and 2022, nearly 130,576 H-1B visa holders changed employers, showing a growing trend in employment mobility for skilled foreign professionals in the U.S., according to an...

Apr

Understanding the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for Indian Nationals

April 14, 2025Bloom SolutionsIndian Immigration

If you are planning to move abroad for work, change of citizenship, residency, or a long-term stay, you will likely need a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC). This document contains information about your criminal record in India, in any. Foreign governments rely on the PCC as proof of your good conduct. It helps them ensure public...

Apr

Important Travel Guidance for U.S. Visa Holders Amid Shifting Immigration Policies

April 14, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

With a series of executive actions recently reshaping the U.S. immigration landscape, admission into the U.S. for visa holders and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs or green card holders) has become increasingly uncertain. While no blanket travel ban is currently in place, reports of intensified scrutiny at airports and consulates are widespread under the Trump administration....

Apr

Foreign Students in the U.S.: Revocation of Visas and Termination of SEVIS Records

April 12, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

The recent actions by the Trump administration to revoke F-1 visas of international students have caused significant concern within academic communities. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on March 27, 2025, that over 300 student visas have been revoked, citing alleged involvement in campus activism and the sharing of “anti-national” content on social media as...

Apr

Tighter Social Media Vetting for U.S. Student and Exchange Visa Applicants

April 7, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

The U.S. immigration system now requires stricter social media vetting for student and exchange visa applicants. Recently, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) introduced more rigorous screening procedures for individuals seeking F-1, M-1, and J-1 visas. These measures, driven by national security priorities, have far-reaching implications for international students hoping to study in the United...

Mar

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025: A Comprehensive Framework

March 20, 2025Bloom SolutionsIndian Immigration

On March 12, 2025, the Indian government introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 (the Bill), in Parliament. This proposed legislation aims to consolidate and regulate all matters related to foreign nationals and immigration, currently governed by four separate statutes. However, it is important to note that this Bill does not deal with the grant...

Mar

Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025: A Summary of Key Changes

March 13, 2025Bloom SolutionsIndian Immigration

The Indian government has introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha, aiming to modernize and consolidate immigration laws. The bill seeks to enhance national security, regulate foreign entry and stay more effectively, and introduce stricter penalties for violations. This Bill proposes replacing four outdated colonial-era laws, including the Foreigners Act, of...

Mar

FAQs on Gold Card Visa vs. EB-5: Competing Pathways for Investors?

March 13, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

After President Trump’s announcement to replace the EB-5 immigrant investor visa with a new initiative called the “Gold Card” visa, there is a lot of uncertainty among current EB-5 investors and potential applicants, as details about the new program remain unclear and, at times, contradictory. In this article, we address some of the most frequent...

Mar

The Accidental American: A Hidden Citizenship Dilemma – Understanding the Challenges of Accidental Americans

March 12, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

Citizenship is often seen as a privilege—something millions actively seek, whether through investment programs like the EB-5 visa or years of legal immigration hurdles. In contrast, some individuals acquire U.S. citizenship entirely by accident, often without realizing it until it becomes a burden. For those facing these challenges, consulting an attorney offering US immigration services...

Mar

U.S. Visa Dropbox Program: How It Works and Key Eligibility Changes

March 8, 2025Bloom SolutionsUS Immigration

requirements have remained similar: The applicant must be renewing a visa that was previously issued by a U.S. embassy or consulate. The previous visa must have been issued under the same classification as the one being applied for. The applicant must meet the validity window requirement (which has recently changed—more on that below). The applicant...

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