New York, March 7:슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Indian children of H-1 B visa holders, who migrated as minors under the H-4 visa, face growing uncertainty about their future in the US as they approach the age of 21. Under current US immigration laws, H-4 visa holders lose their dependent status upon turning 21, leaving them with just two years to transition to another visa status.

This shift, coupled with recent changes under the Donald Trump administration, has led to fears of self-deportation for many, with some considering migrating to countries with more flexible immigration policies, such as Canada and the UK. According to a report by the Times of India, nearly 134,000 Indian children are at risk of "aging out" of their visa status, facing an uncertain future.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천Gold Card Visa Program: US Companies Can Now Hire Indian Graduates From Top Universities Under New Citizenship Plan, Says Donald Trump.

What is Self-Deportation?

Self-deportation refers to the voluntary decision made by immigrants to leave a country due to the fear of deportation or the inability to secure legal status. This choice often arises when individuals feel that their prospects for remaining in the country legally are bleak, prompting them to seek opportunities elsewhere.슬롯 머신 사이트 추천US Travel Ban: Donald Trump Administration Likely To Bar Entry of Pakistanis, Impose Complete Travel Ban Soon.

DACA Ruling and H-4 Concerns

The situation has been further complicated by a Texas court ruling in January that blocked new applicants from receiving work permits under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. This decision raises concerns for H-4 visa holders, as DACA offers temporary protection from deportation for undocumented youth.

Meanwhile, US Senator Bernie Sanders criticised the H-1B visa program, arguing it primarily benefits corporations by hiring foreign workers at lower wages. On the other hand, tech mogul Elon Musk defended the program, citing a shortage of highly skilled workers in the US.

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced the registration dates for the fiscal year 2026 H-1B visa cycle. Registration opens on March 7 and closes on March 24. The cap remains at 65,000 visas per year, with an additional 20,000 available for those with a US master슬롯사이트™s degree.

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