https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ibm-to-end-immigration-sponsorship-for-roles-in-biggest-unitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ibm-to-end-immigration-sponsorship-for-roles-in-biggest-unithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ibm-to-end-immigration-sponsorship-for-roles-in-biggest-unit#u200231Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:55:08 +0000IBM is ending immigration sponsorship for the majority of roles within its largest division, IBM Consulting. Affected foreign workers holding visas and green card sponsorships in the 150,000-person consulting unit face a year-end deadline to either relocate abroad or leave the company. Company statements confirm the decision to discontinue the program for most positions in its biggest division.Why it mattersThe policy change targets the consulting arm of one of the world's major technology firms, affecting foreign national employees who rely on employer-backed legal status to work in the