TRUMP ADMIN TIGHTENS GREEN CARD RULES FOR TECH WORKERS

Under the new requirements, green card applicants would no longer be able to adjust their status while remaining in the U.S.—a process known as adjustment of status. Instead, they would need to return home and complete applications through consular processing. The shift targets employment-based immigration pathways widely used by tech and other industries to bring skilled workers from abroad. Companies rely heavily on these programs, particularly for specialized roles in software engineering and research. The move tightens eligibility requirements and could create logistical challenges for workers already in the U.S. on temporary visas. Applicants returning home face potential delays and uncertainty about re-entry approval. Tech industry groups have flagged concerns about talent acquisition and retention. The policy may force companies to either relocate operations or increase domestic hiring, though skilled domestic workers remain limited in certain technical fields.