H-1 Visa News: Telugu duo in the US face 5-year jail for visa fraud had hired people for ghost jobs - India Today
Two men of Indian origin, reportedly from the Telugu community, have been charged in the United States for their alleged involvement in a large-scale H1B visa fraud scheme. According to the US Justice Department, the accused are said to have misused the visa system by submitting fraudulent job offers and misleading information through a California-based university. Authorities claim the scheme allowed foreign nationals to obtain H1B visas under false pretences, bypassing strict immigration regulations. Investigators highlighted that such activities undermine the integrity of the US immigration system and disadvantage legitimate applicants and employers. The case has drawn attention to increasing scrutiny of visa-related fraud, especially in the education and employment sectors. Legal proceedings are underway, and if convicted, the accused could face severe penalties, including imprisonment and financial fines under US law.
The Key points
- Two Telugu-origin men charged in US visa fraud case
- Case linked to misuse of H1B visa programme
- Fraud allegedly involved a California-based university
- Fake job offers used to secure visas
- Authorities say immigration rules were bypassed
- US Justice Department leading the investigation
- Scheme impacted fairness for genuine applicants
- Education sector reportedly used as cover
- Accused may face jail time and heavy fines
- Case highlights stricter US action on visa fraud
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