US H1B visa: Trump admin urged to retain work permits for spouses
US H1B visa: A 2015 rule issued by the Obama administration allows work permits for spouses who otherwise could not be employed while H1B visa holders seek permanent resident status -- a process that can take a decade or longer. Indian-Americans were a major beneficiary of this provision. More than 100,000 H-4 visa holders have been beneficiary of this rule

US H1B visa: More than 104,000 spouses have been granted work authorisation since the H-4 visa rule was enacted, according to DHS's Citizenship and Immigration Services. Image source: India.com