Gulf News · 8 Oct, 15:59 · Technology briefing

US suspends India tech giants Tata, Infosys, Wipro from green card scheme

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The briefing

The story
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The US government has reportedly suspended major Indian technology firms, including Tata, Infosys, and Wipro, from participating in the H-1B visa programme, often colloquially referred to as a green card scheme. This regulatory shift restricts these organisations’ ability to sponsor foreign workers for US-based roles. The move reflects broader tightening of immigration policies targeting large-scale IT recruitment practices. Professionals relying on these firms for international mobility must now reassess their career trajectories. This development signals a significant change in global talent acquisition strategies, affecting thousands of engineers and consultants who previously depended on these corporate pathways for US employment opportunities.

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What this means
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You must adapt your career strategy immediately. Relying solely on large Indian IT services firms for US entry is no longer a viable default plan. Skills in niche specialisms like Cyber Security and Cloud Computing now carry premium value, as companies prioritise high-value, harder-to-replace talent over volume hiring. You should diversify your geographic options, considering hubs in Europe or Canada, or target smaller US firms with direct hiring capabilities. Enhance your personal brand and technical depth to stand out in a tighter market. Focus on roles requiring specialised expertise rather than generalist support. Proactively update your visa knowledge and consult legal experts to understand alternative pathways. Your resilience and adaptability are your strongest assets right now.

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