american_desi Posted October 1 Report Posted October 1 https://www.businesstoday.in/nri/visa/story/us-fraud-sweep-hits-h-1b-f-1-visas-indians-face-stricter-checks-after-twin-shield-496370-2025-10-01 US fraud sweep hits H‑1B, F‑1 visas: Indians face stricter checks after Twin Shield Operation Twin Shield marks the first time USCIS deployed such extensive resources to a single geographic area for fraud detection A massive U.S. immigration fraud crackdown in Minnesota has put Indian professionals and students on alert, with U.S. officials confirming that Operation Twin Shield uncovered abuses in the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories—programs heavily used by Indians. Conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with ICE and the FBI, the September 19–28, 2025 operation in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area reviewed more than 1,000 pending immigration cases. Officers carried out site visits, interviews, and targeted verifications to detect marriage, employment, and document fraud. According to USCIS, evidence of fraud or non‑compliance was found in 275 cases—about 44% of those examined. Examples included fake marriage and death certificates, fictitious employment claims, visa overstays, and abuse of parole and visa programs. Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. While no single nationality was singled out, federal officials said the operation identified misuse of the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories. Indians account for a large share of U.S. H‑1B workers and international students, meaning the findings could result in heightened scrutiny of their applications and renewals. Immigration lawyers in Minnesota warned that even legitimate cases could face more frequent interviews, site inspections, and documentation checks. According to USCIS, evidence of fraud or non‑compliance was found in 275 cases—about 44% of those examined. Examples included fake marriage and death certificates, fictitious employment claims, visa overstays, and abuse of parole and visa programs. Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. While no single nationality was singled out, federal officials said the operation identified misuse of the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories. Indians account for a large share of U.S. H‑1B workers and international students, meaning the findings could result in heightened scrutiny of their applications and renewals. Immigration lawyers in Minnesota warned that even legitimate cases could face more frequent interviews, site inspections, and documentation checks. Quote
american_desi Posted October 1 Author Report Posted October 1 7 hours ago, american_desi said: https://www.businesstoday.in/nri/visa/story/us-fraud-sweep-hits-h-1b-f-1-visas-indians-face-stricter-checks-after-twin-shield-496370-2025-10-01 US fraud sweep hits H‑1B, F‑1 visas: Indians face stricter checks after Twin Shield Operation Twin Shield marks the first time USCIS deployed such extensive resources to a single geographic area for fraud detection A massive U.S. immigration fraud crackdown in Minnesota has put Indian professionals and students on alert, with U.S. officials confirming that Operation Twin Shield uncovered abuses in the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories—programs heavily used by Indians. Conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with ICE and the FBI, the September 19–28, 2025 operation in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area reviewed more than 1,000 pending immigration cases. Officers carried out site visits, interviews, and targeted verifications to detect marriage, employment, and document fraud. According to USCIS, evidence of fraud or non‑compliance was found in 275 cases—about 44% of those examined. Examples included fake marriage and death certificates, fictitious employment claims, visa overstays, and abuse of parole and visa programs. Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. While no single nationality was singled out, federal officials said the operation identified misuse of the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories. Indians account for a large share of U.S. H‑1B workers and international students, meaning the findings could result in heightened scrutiny of their applications and renewals. Immigration lawyers in Minnesota warned that even legitimate cases could face more frequent interviews, site inspections, and documentation checks. According to USCIS, evidence of fraud or non‑compliance was found in 275 cases—about 44% of those examined. Examples included fake marriage and death certificates, fictitious employment claims, visa overstays, and abuse of parole and visa programs. Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. While no single nationality was singled out, federal officials said the operation identified misuse of the H‑1B and F‑1 visa categories. Indians account for a large share of U.S. H‑1B workers and international students, meaning the findings could result in heightened scrutiny of their applications and renewals. Immigration lawyers in Minnesota warned that even legitimate cases could face more frequent interviews, site inspections, and documentation checks. Quote
Coconut Posted October 1 Report Posted October 1 nothing...just fear mongering....only bark no bite.. Quote
american_desi Posted October 1 Author Report Posted October 1 4 hours ago, Coconut said: nothing...just fear mongering....only bark no bite.. Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. Quote
Coconut Posted October 1 Report Posted October 1 Just now, american_desi said: Forty‑two individuals were issued notices to appear in court or referred to ICE, and four were arrested on the spot, with more actions expected as investigations continue. The new administration is giving ntas for a missing character in a name..nta have no value these days bhavani Quote
Tellugodu Posted October 1 Report Posted October 1 5 minutes ago, ARYA said: @Sucker marriage fraud indians kuda chestara 😮 ? Punjabi bros chestaru. Quote
akkum_bakkum Posted October 2 Report Posted October 2 2 hours ago, ARYA said: @Sucker marriage fraud indians kuda chestara 😮 ? Jai srikrishn batch also 1 hour ago, Tellugodu said: Punjabi bros chestaru. Quote
ARYA Posted October 2 Report Posted October 2 3 hours ago, Tellugodu said: Punjabi bros chestaru. 1 hour ago, akkum_bakkum said: Jai srikrishn batch also 😮 Quote
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