US shutdown halts H-1B visas: Indian workers risks legal status; no end date

The US government shutdown, effective October 1, has brought H-1B visa processing to a standstill, severely impacting Indian professionals. The Department of Labor’s closure prevents critical LCA approvals, freezing new applications, transfers, and green card processes. This indefinite halt, amid proposed fee hikes, creates significant uncertainty for thousands of high-skilled workers and businesses.