Revoking its more than 13-year-old policy, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said the burden of proof in establishing eligibility is, at all times, on the petitioner. In a move that will make it difficult for the renewal of H-1B and L1 visas, the Trump administration has announced that the burden of proof lies on the applicant even when an extension is sought. Under the previous directive, a person would usually be considered for extension of their visa if she/he was was once found to be eligible for a work visa initially. But now, during every extension, the applicant needs to prove that they are still eligible for the visa they apply for. “The burden of proof in establishing eligibility is, at all times, on the petitioner,” the USCIS said.

Source: Indian Express October 25, 2017 13:07 UTC