Amid H-1B uncertainty and layoffs, immigration experts say demand for L-1 and O-1 visas has gone up as they do not have …

Indian professionals and their employers are increasingly exploring alternatives to H-1B visas, such as L-1 and O-1 visas, amid stricter scrutiny of H-1B applications and ongoing tech layoffs in the US, according to immigration experts cited by the Economic Times. Demand for EB-5 immigrant investor visas has also surged, with a 50% increase since January 2025, noted Sukanya Raman, country head – India & GCC practice team at Davies & Associates LLC. “These are in current status for Indian nationals, meaning visas are available, and they can receive authorization and travel documents in 3-6 months,” she told ET, highlighting their appeal for Indian families on H-1B visas whose children are nearing 21 and at risk of aging out.