PLANO, Texas – Infosys Corporation, the Indian tech giant with a global footprint, has copped to a massive $34 million fine for what U.S. Attorney John M. Bales describes as ‘systemic visa fraud and abuse of immigration processes.’ This is the largest payment ever in an immigration case.
The company, which operates in multiple countries including the United States, has locations in 17 American cities, with a significant presence in Plano, Texas. Here, Infosys handled immigration practices for its U.S. operations, bringing foreign nationals into the country under H-1B and B-1 visa programs.
Court documents detail allegations of Infosys intentionally evading the rules of the H-1B visa program by deploying B-1 visa holders to fill jobs that should have been taken by American citizens or legitimate H-1B visa holders. The Justice Department指控 the company did this to boost profits, cut costs, and gain an unfair competitive edge.
Specifically, Infosys was accused of:
- Using B-1 visa holders for skilled labor jobs that should have been performed by U.S. citizens or legitimate H-1B visa holders.
- Submitting fraudulent ‘invitation letters’ to deceive U.S. Consular Officials about the purpose of travel under B-1 visas.
- Instructing B-1 visa holders on how to mislead Consular Officials, including avoiding certain terminology.
- Concealing the true nature of work being performed by B-1 visa holders from clients and authorities.
The Justice Department’s allegations suggest a pattern of deception aimed at minimizing costs and maximizing profits. With this record-breaking settlement, Infosys is now required to implement enhanced compliance measures to ensure such practices are not repeated.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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