US suspends TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Microsoft from Green Card programme: What it means for Indian workers?

According to a report from Zee News, concerns have been raised regarding the status of several major technology companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, and Microsoft, within the United States' labor certification and Green Card programs. The report suggests that these firms may be facing a suspension related to the PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) process, which is a critical step for foreign workers seeking permanent residency in the US.

However, there has been no official confirmation from the US Department of Labor or US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regarding a blanket suspension of these specific corporations from the Green Card program. Industry analysts note that while the PERM process is subject to periodic audits and administrative backlogs, a total suspension of major multinational employers would constitute a significant shift in US immigration policy that has not been corroborated by official government channels or major international news wires.

For Indian workers currently employed in the US on H-1B visas, the report has caused considerable uncertainty. Experts emphasize that the PERM labor certification process is distinct from the H-1B visa program itself. Even if a company were to face temporary hurdles in the labor certification stage, it does not automatically invalidate existing H-1B visas or current employment status. Workers are advised to monitor official communications from their respective HR departments and the US government for accurate updates regarding their immigration status.