Immigration - Category Questions

• With the uncertainty around H1B Visa policies every few years, is it wise for foreign workers to rely on it for their career planning, or should they look for more stable options?
• Do you think U.S. citizens and H1B Visa holders are in direct competition for jobs, or does the program actually complement and grow the overall economy?
• Should the H1B Visa be limited to truly specialized roles like AI, robotics, and medicine, or should it remain open to a wider range of professions?
• Some say the H1B Visa program creates brain drain in countries like India. Do you think stricter U.S. policies will encourage skilled workers to stay in their home countries?
• How do you think the new H1B Visa fee will affect diversity in the U.S. workforce, especially for smaller startups that rely on global talent?
• The H1B Visa process has become increasingly uncertain due to frequent policy changes. Do you think this instability discourages global talent from applying?
• Should the U.S. government allow spouses of H1B Visa holders (H4 visa) to work freely, considering the talent and economic contributions they could bring?
• With the H1B Visa fee hike, do you think companies will start preferring remote work with international employees instead of sponsoring visas?
• Is it fair for H1B Visa holders to be tied to a single employer, or should they have more flexibility to change jobs without risking their visa status?
• The H1B Visa is often seen as benefiting mostly Indian IT professionals. Should the U.S. diversify the program to ensure equal opportunities for applicants from all countries?
• Considering the new $100,000 H1B Visa fee, will talented foreign professionals look to other countries like Canada, the UK, or Australia instead of the U.S.?
• Do you think the lottery system for H1B Visa selection is fair, or should it be replaced with a merit-based system focusing on skills, experience, and salary levels?
• With tech layoffs in the U.S., is the H1B Visa still as attractive for skilled workers as it was five years ago, or has its appeal decreased?
• Many professionals use the H1B Visa as a pathway to permanent residency. Should the visa system be restructured to provide a clearer and faster route to a Green Card?
• The H1B Visa has always been in high demand but with limited availability. Do you believe the U.S. should increase the annual cap to meet workforce demands, or would that negatively impact local job opportunities?
• With the new $100,000 fee for H1B Visa applications announced by the Trump administration, do you think this will discourage smaller companies from hiring foreign talent and make the visa program accessible only to tech giants?