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By Sanwar Ali: Index: Introduction: Understanding the UK Graduate Visa Scheme An Overview: The Graduate Visa Scheme Underused The Graduate Scheme: An Untapped Resource for Employers The Skills Shortage Dilemma: The Potential of the Graduate Visa Scheme The Sponsor Licence Comparing Visa Options: Grad
By Sanwar Ali:

Layoffs in the technology sector in the United States have raised concerns for foreign workers, especially those from India who make up a significant portion of the IT workforce. Layoffs in the tech sector in the US have put foreign workers, mostly H1B visa holders, in a difficult position.

By Sanwar Ali:

The UK's immigration landscape is a complex tapestry of rules and regulations, and one of the most challenging areas to navigate is the work and business visas schemes. This in-depth guide will take you through the various UK work and business visas, shedding light on the differences, requirements, and potential roadblocks in acquiring these visas. The most popular visa category is the Skilled Worker visa with an employer who has a sponsor licence.

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By Sanwar Ali: The Sponsor Licence Scheme and the Improved Pre-Licence Priority Service: An In-Depth Review

The Sponsor Licence Scheme is a vital program that allows businesses to sponsor foreign workers to fill positions mainly under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. Over the last year the UK Home Office has improved the pre-licence priority service, a part of the scheme that fast-tracks applications.

By Sanwar Ali:

The US administration is set to streamline the US visa renewal process, particularly relevant for H1B visa holders. Visa processing is needed following the grant of an H1B petition, This initiative is expected to largely benefit Indian skilled workers, who constitute a significant proportion of H1B workers.