US agency takes a step forward towards ushering pilot program of stamping H-1B visas domestically

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The US Department of State has sent a draft notice of a visa renewal pilot program to the Office of Management and Budget for review. The program aims to allow visa stamping within the US, benefiting H-1B visa holders, including many Indians. Currently, visa holders must travel to a US consulate abroad for stamping, leading to difficulties during the pandemic. The pilot program is expected to be expanded to include other visa categories in subsequent phases.

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