Nasscom says Indian IT firms continue to comply with local US requirements after the United States suspends new PERM applications, affecting an immigration route tied to employment-based green cards. The industry body argues the PERM freeze should not be treated as evidence of a broader halt to skilled talent movement.
In statements highlighted by multiple outlets, Nasscom distinguishes between immigration pathways and “skilled talent mobility.” It says the PERM suspension impacts a specific process, while other channels—particularly H-1B visas—remain used to cover short-term skill gaps in the US. Nasscom also contends that Indian technology companies have been adjusting their hiring mix, including reducing reliance on H-1B over time, expanding US-based hiring, and maintaining compliance with relevant local regulations.
Across coverage, the central emphasis is on separating the PERM programme suspension from the ongoing use of H-1B visas for short-term staffing needs. Outlets differ mainly in how they frame the implications, but all report Nasscom’s position that the industry’s approach to compliance and staffing remains intact.
