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Survey Reveals Job Anxiety Among Indian Visa Holders

9/3/2025

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A survey indicates increasing anxiety among Indian professionals in the US on H-1B or L-1 visas.
45% would return to India if they lost their jobs, citing pay cuts and quality of life concerns.
Only 35% would opt for a US work visa again.
Immigration lawyers recommend prompt departure after job loss to mitigate deportation risks.
A new wage-based H-1B selection system may negatively impact entry-level workers.

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Story summary

A survey indicates increasing anxiety among Indian professionals in the US on H-1B or L-1 visas.
45% would return to India if they lost their jobs, citing pay cuts and quality of life concerns.
Only 35% would opt for a US work visa again.
Immigration lawyers recommend prompt departure after job loss to mitigate deportation risks.
A new wage-based H-1B selection system may negatively impact entry-level workers.