Washington: The Trump administration has introduced new measures for stricter scrutiny of H-1B visa applicants. Under the new guidelines, consular officers will closely examine applicants’ professional backgrounds, online activities, and past responsibilities.
According to officials, these measures aim to ensure that individuals whose actions or ideologies conflict with basic civil liberties do not gain access to sensitive sectors within the United States.
The new restrictions will apply to both first-time applicants and those reapplying for the visa. Experts and critics have expressed concerns that some applicants could be negatively impacted based on vague allegations or personal interpretations.
The H-1B visa is crucial for high-skilled fields such as technology, engineering, and others, where experts from countries like India, China, and other nations work.
