US Suspends Cognizant Green Card Filings Amid Visa Fraud Probe

The US Department of Labor has suspended green card (PERM) filings for Cognizant Technology Solutions following an ongoing investigation into alleged visa fraud practices.

This regulatory action marks a significant escalation in the US government's crackdown on IT firms, with officials hinting at broader scrutiny of H-1B and permanent residency sponsorship processes.

Cognizant, which has a massive workforce in India, now faces potential operational hurdles in the US market as it works to address the compliance gaps identified by federal watchdogs.