In the midst of increasing challenges faced by H-1B visa holders in the United States, a Reddit post by a U.S.-based technology professional has resonated deeply with many in the immigrant tech community. Unlike most discussions focused on navigating the U.S. job market or securing permanent residency, this post gained attention for its introspective take on leaving the U.S. behind—and exploring a future in India instead.
The user, a 37-year-old woman who moved to the U.S. in 2010 for higher education, shared her experience of working in the tech industry for over a decade as a technology consultant. Despite building a successful career, she expressed growing disillusionment with the constraints of the H-1B visa system.
“Endless H-1B stamping cycles. Can’t go anywhere, can’t start my own business,” she wrote, summarizing the emotional and professional toll of living in visa limbo. She described how the visa restrictions have limited her personal freedom, career aspirations, and ability to travel freely outside the U.S.
The user further revealed that after years of trying to make things work in the U.S., she is now seriously contemplating moving back to India. She posed questions to the Reddit community, asking if transitioning into a product management role or starting a small business in India would be realistic. Her tone conveyed both uncertainty and hope: “I want to explore what India can offer.”
The post received a wave of responses, many from users who had either returned to India or were considering it themselves. Several commenters shared their own stories of long years in the U.S. under the H-1B visa, only to feel stuck due to travel restrictions, limited job mobility, or green card backlogs.
What stood out in the discussion was the empathy and support from the community. Many encouraged the user to take the leap and reassured her that returning to India did not mean giving up, but rather choosing a path with potentially more freedom and opportunity—especially in India’s rapidly growing tech and startup ecosystem.
This post underscores a growing sentiment among H-1B professionals: that the American dream is increasingly harder to achieve within the confines of a visa system riddled with delays, uncertainty, and restrictions. For some, returning home may no longer feel like defeat, but rather a step toward reclaiming autonomy and reigniting professional ambitions.
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