The approval rate for EB-1A, the US green card category meant for individuals with extraordinary ability, has dropped sharply in FY26, with Indian applicants bearing a significant share of the impact, according to several immigration experts.
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Trump admin crackdown: Indian techies see biggest hit as US green card approvals plunge sharply
The approval rate for EB-1A, the US green card category meant for individuals with extraordinary ability, has dropped sharply in FY26, with Indian applicants bearing a significant share of the impact, according to several immigration expert
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