‘It’s scary to go back after a decade,’ NRI returning to India after 11 years in the US amid H-1B uncertainty – Investing Abroad News

A social media post by an NRI in the US has struck a chord with the diaspora community, shedding light on the emotional toll of visa restrictions and the harsh realities of today’s job market. The individual, who has spent the last 11 years in the United States, shared that he will be returning to India this November after exhausting most viable immigration and employment options.

What does the post indicate?

“I came here for undergrad, went on to complete my master’s, and worked for the past four years on H-1B. It’s honestly not what I imagined. I’ve been actively applying for jobs, but with the current job market and my visa status nearing its end, I’m running out of options,” the post reads. To buy some time, he filed for a B-2 (tourist) visa, which is still pending, but they acknowledge the need to start preparing for their return. He added, “I’ve built a life here. I grew up here in many ways. This country has shaped a significant part of who I am. That’s what makes this so hard.”

‘ You’ll be ok, don’t worry’

Netizens shared their returning to India experience on the post. A user noted, “I returned home to India earlier this year after 7 years outside. You’ll be ok, don’t worry. The transition has been easier than I’d imagined for sure. I’ll not be correct to assume that it’ll be the same experience for everyone, but I think people are certainly more scared than they need to be, when considering a return to India. It won’t be a bed of roses, but you’ll also not be surrounded by guns. Like others have said, latch on to your sense of peace. My situation and reasons to return were very different than yours, but the sense of peace with the decision to return was my guiding light too. You’ll be ok. Hold onto your faith and patience!.”

Another added, “I moved back home after 8 years abroad and building a life there. The transition is jarring, and not easy in any way. But what helped is, as you said, to make peace with the decision and view my chapter abroad as a very defining phase in life and move onto the next! It takes effort, but focus on the positives life in India has to offer and give yourself time to readjust to the lifestyle here and you’ll be okay.”

A netizen stated, “I’ll recommend trying East-Asia Job market in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand will surprise you, Singapore would actually be an upgrade to anyone coming from US There are good IT positions in banking and other tech sectors.”

“Best of luck buddy! Don’t come to Canada.. You’re better off in India,” wrote a netizen. “I went through this scenario. Whatever is your reason for returning to India, The first 3-4 months may feel odd as you get adjusted to the environment but it will be all Ok and if you have family back in India then thats added support for you. Return and search jobs here rather than spending money on B2 etc and after some months/ years you can again apply for h1b extension. Best of luck,” claimed another.

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