US Green Card Restrictions Make the American Dream Harder for Indian IT Professionals

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:03am on 09 Oct 2026,Friday India Global

The Trump administration has suspended access to the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme for major technology companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Cognizant, Microsoft, Adobe and Capgemini. The decision blocks new and pending applications under a key employment-based green card pathway. US officials allege that companies misused immigration programmes at the expense of American workers, while critics warn the restrictions could discourage skilled international talent. Indian IT professionals may face greater uncertainty about permanent settlement and career progression in the United States, potentially encouraging them to explore opportunities in Europe and other markets. (PC: File)

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