Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:36pm on 15 Apr 2024,Monday India Global
More than a million highly skilled professionals from India are enduring lengthy wait times for US green cards, surpassing those of other nationals. USCIS data reveals over 1.2 million Indians in backlog, with significant delays in EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 categories. The National Foundation for American Policy warns of growing stress and uncertainty for individuals and families. The current US law's yearly limit and per-country cap exacerbate the issue, disproportionately affecting Indians, Chinese, and Filipinos. Without Congressional action, the backlog is projected to escalate, prompting calls for reforms to attract and retain talent.
