Announcement follows Trump administration crackdown on visa programmes for skilled foreign workers.
🌍 International
IBM Ends Most US Sponsorships for Foreign Workers Amid Visa Crackdown
4d ago
November 11, 2026
1 min read
📰 Al Jazeera
📋 Key Takeaway
IBM's largest division has decided to end most sponsorships for foreign workers in the US, following a crackdown on visa programs by the Trump administration. This decision impacts skilled foreign workers, including those from Iran, who may face increased barriers to employment in the US tech sector. The move reflects broader trends in US immigration policy that could affect Iranian professionals seeking opportunities abroad.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
IBM's decision highlights the ongoing challenges faced by skilled foreign workers in the US, particularly those from Iran.
👥 Key Players
IBM
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Technology company
"IBM is a major player in the US tech industry, influencing employment trends and immigration policies."
Trump administration
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Former US government
"The administration's policies significantly shaped immigration laws affecting skilled foreign workers."
Skilled foreign workers
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Professionals seeking employment in the US
"They contribute to the tech sector's growth and innovation, including many from Iran."
📰 What Happened
IBM has announced it will end most sponsorships for foreign workers in the US due to a crackdown on visa programs by the Trump administration. This decision is expected to create more barriers for skilled foreign workers, including those from Iran, seeking employment in the US tech sector.
- IBM's largest division is affected by this decision.
- The Trump administration implemented stricter visa policies for skilled workers.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This decision limits opportunities for Iranian professionals in the US, impacting their career prospects and the potential for knowledge transfer.
🌍 Regional: It may lead to increased brain drain from Iran as skilled workers seek opportunities elsewhere.
🌐 International: This reflects a broader trend of tightening immigration policies in the US, which could affect global talent mobility.
📚 Background
The US has historically been a major destination for skilled foreign workers, but recent policies have increasingly restricted access to work visas. This has significant implications for countries like Iran, where many professionals seek opportunities abroad.
US immigration policy
Impact of visa restrictions on global talent
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