PERM Microsoft Green Card Program Suspended? What H-1B Workers Need to Know

Описание: Microsoft PERM suspension explained: What does the latest U.S. immigration update mean for H-1B workers and employment-based green card applicants?

On October 8, 2026, Vice President JD Vance announced the suspension of Microsoft and other named companies from the PERM green card labor-certification process. The announcement has raised important questions about pending applications, future green card sponsorships, and the potential impact on affected employees. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/business/us-s...) reported on the announcement.

In this video, we explain:

What PERM is and how it relates to employment-based green cards
The difference between an H-1B visa and the PERM process
Which companies were named in the announcement
What is known about new and pending PERM applications
Microsoft’s response and the administration’s allegations
Three important questions that remain unresolved
Practical steps H-1B workers can take now

*Important:* The reported suspension concerns the PERM process; it does not automatically mean existing H-1B visas have been cancelled. The impact on individual cases depends on the circumstances and further official guidance.

This video provides general immigration news and educational information, not legal advice. Consult a licensed U.S. immigration attorney about your specific case and verify updates through official government sources.

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