Will the U.S. make it easier for international students to receive a green card?
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American universities have always been among the best in the world. Consistently, thousands of international students decide to travel to the United States for their studies. But, after graduation, many decide to take their talent elsewhere.
On Behalf of The Law Offices of Elsa Ayoub, P.L.L.C. | Jun 7, 2022, | Business Immigration, Family Immigration |
The U.S. will make it simple for international students to get a green card
Of international students who chose to study in the U.S., the majority (42%) did so because of the prestige and reputation of American colleges and universities. In comparison, simply 23% chose to study in the U.S. because of their interest in working here. Of respondents who planned on leaving the U.S. after graduation, 71% said that they would consider remaining if employment was easier to secure.
The reality is, that despite interest in remaining in the U.S. after graduation, numerous skilled graduates are leaving the country after they graduate. Poor immigration policy is certainly a contributing factor, however, will the U.S. implement a new policy to encourage international talent to stay?
The battle for foreign talent
The U.S. is not the main nation contending for foreign talent. Previously, American organizations had the option to attract enough international workers to compete with different nations across the globe. However, that luster might be wearing off as different nations present better choices for graduates looking for work.
Recently, the U.K. declared the Graduate route, a form of visa that allows graduates to stay in the country for a long time to work or search for work. Canada has similar programs that make it simpler to remain and work in the country after graduation.
Looking to the future
While the U.S. continues to drive international students into the country for their education. It neglects to give the resources for many of those students to find work after they graduate. The immigration system as a whole has been under scrutiny recently, and some wonder. If the U.S. will pursue a more permissive policy for talented young graduates who choose to stay in the country. Guaranteeing residency post-graduation, whether through a temporary visa or a green card, could help retain much-needed international talent.
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