Elon Musk will be the Minister of Department of Government Efficiency He has been entrusted with the big responsibility of cutting government expenditure.Musk termed H-1B visa policy full of flaws
Elon Musk on H1B Visa: Just 18 more days, on January 20, Donald Trump’s government will come to power in America. In this government, Elon Musk, owner of Tesla company and social media platform Will be the Minister of Department of Government Efficiency. Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy of Indian origin have been given the big responsibility of cutting government expenditure in the new government to be formed in America. But even before coming to power, Elon Musk has scared the Indians coming to America in search of work. In fact, Elon Musk termed the H-1B visa policy as full of flaws. People from all over the world come to work in America on this visa.
Elon Musk termed the H-1B visa system as broken. He believes that this system needs major reforms. The special thing is that a few days ago he had vowed to save this system. Now they seem to be finding flaws in it. Elon Musk, while answering a user’s question in his post on X, said that I am very clear. This system is broken and needs major reforms. The user had written that America needs to become the center of talented people of the world.
What will be the impact on Indians?
Now the question arises that what effect will this stance of Elon Musk have on Indians? In fact, Elon Musk said that the minimum salary criteria for obtaining visas should be increased so that it becomes more expensive for employers to hire foreigners than domestic people. Elon Musk said in his post, “This can be easily fixed by increasing the minimum wage as required and adding the annual cost to maintain H1B. Due to which it becomes more expensive to hire people coming from abroad compared to domestic people. I am very clear that this program is not good and it needs major reforms.
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The circumstances related to visa, immigration and employment for Indians in America keep changing from time to time. To a large extent, it depends on the policies of the American government and the economic situation there. If the current or future government makes immigration policies stricter, it may make it difficult for Indians and other foreign nationals to go to America and get jobs.
potential impact
H-1B Visa Policy: H-1B visa is the main route for Indian professionals, especially those in the IT sector. If there is any strictness on this visa, it will have a direct impact on Indian professionals.
Green Card Backlog: Indian citizens have to wait a long time for a green card. If there are changes in policies, this process may become more complicated.
Preference for local in job: If a policy like ‘American First’ is promoted in America, then American companies will be encouraged to hire local citizens, which may reduce opportunities for Indians.
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Changes in immigration policy: Some strict rules may be implemented to prevent illegal immigration, but it may also affect legal immigration.
Ways to improve the situation:
Skill Development: If you specialize in areas that are in high demand in the US (e.g. Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Healthcare), your chances may be better.
Uses of Study Visa: Taking a study visa to go to America for higher education and getting a job there can be a better option.
Options in other countries: There are also good opportunities for Indian professionals in Canada, Australia, and European countries.
The current situation can be assessed correctly only on the basis of clear statements or policies of any government. If you are planning to go to America, it would be best to consult an immigration expert.
America gives so many types of visas
America offers different types of visas for Indian citizens. These visas are mainly classified into immigrant visas (for permanent residence) and non-immigrant visas (for temporary stay). America does not provide just one or two but about 20 types of visas to Indians.
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Details of all types of visas that America provides to citizens of other countries including India…
Non-immigrant visa (temporary stay): These are for individuals who visit the US for specific purposes such as tourism, business, study, work or medical treatment.
Tourist and Business Visa: B1: For business purposes (e.g., attending conferences, consulting with business associates). B2: For tourism, leisure or medical treatment. B1/B2: Combined visa for business and tourism.
Student and Exchange Visitor Visa: F1: For academic study (e.g., college/university). M1: For professional or non-academic study. J1: For exchange programs including internship, training or research.
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Work Visa: H1B: For specialized employees (common in IT and engineering). L1: For intra-company transferees. O1: For individuals with exceptional ability in fields such as science, arts or athletics. H2B: For temporary non-agricultural work. P: For athletes, entertainers or artists.
Transit and Crew Member Visa: C1: To pass through America. D: For crew members of ships or aeroplanes.
Other non-immigrant visas: K1: For fiancees of US citizens. R1: For religious workers. I: For journalists and media professionals.
Immigrant Visa (Permanent Residence): These visas are for individuals who intend to reside in the US permanently.
Family-Sponsored Immigration: For close relatives of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., spouse, child, parent).
Employment-Based Immigration: Categories include priority workers, skilled professionals, and investors (EB1 to EB5).
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Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV Lottery): However India is generally ineligible for the DV lottery due to high levels of immigration into the US.
Special Immigrant Visa (SIV): For certain individuals such as religious workers or US government employees abroad.
Visa on humanitarian grounds: U Visa: For victims of crimes who assist law enforcement. T Visa: For victims of human trafficking.
refugee status: For those seeking protection due to persecution. Indian citizens usually apply for these visas through US Consulates in India (e.g., in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad or Kolkata).
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FIRST PUBLISHED : January 2, 2025, 12:52 IST