


H-1B Fraud and Abuse IndicatorsĮxamples of H-1B fraud indicators may include: Reporting Suspected H-1B Fraud or AbuseĪnyone (including American workers and H-1B workers who suspect they or others may be the victim of H-1B fraud or abuse) can send us tips, alleged violations, and other relevant information about potential fraud or abuse using our online tip form. These efforts will help assist in the prosecution of program violators and ensure that American workers are not overlooked or replaced in the process. USCIS continuously works to deter and detect fraud in all immigration programs and we are furthering our efforts by enhancing and increasing site visits, interviews, and investigations of petitioners who use the H-1B visa program. Protecting American workers by combating fraud in our employment-based immigration programs is a priority for USCIS.

workers, decreasing wages and opportunities as they import more foreign workers. Employers who abuse the H-1B visa program may negatively affect U.S. Yet, too many American workers who are as qualified, willing, and deserving to work in these fields have been ignored or unfairly disadvantaged. companies recruit highly-skilled noncitizens when there is a shortage of qualified workers in the country.
