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An NRI tech professional recently shared a Reddit post announcing his plans to return to India after more than a decade in the United States, citing ongoing visa stress and financial uncertainty. In the Reddit post, the user claimed to have “reached a point where I just can’t handle the H-1B visa stress anymore,” highlighting the pressure many foreign workers face under the current system. The NRI, who claims to have spent 11 years in the US, worked for over eight years in the country, including three years on Optional Practical Training (OPT) followed by five years on an H-1B visa. Despite this long stint, the post stated that the individual remains in a “tough spot financially,” with limited savings to show for the time abroad.According to the post, the techie now plans to move back to India in April 2027. “I honestly don’t know what to expect,” the user wrote, adding that the transition feels both necessary and challenging.

Here’s the Reddit post shared by techie

I’ve reached a point where I just can’t handle the H-1B visa stress anymore. I’ve been on H-1B for 5 years, plus 3 years on OPT before that, so after 8+ working years total in the US, I’m still in a tough spot financially.Next April i decided , I’ll be heading back to India, and I honestly don’t know what to expect. I’m single, with no responsibilities or debt, but I also don’t have much savings. One thing I’m sure about I don’t want to go back to a regular 9-5 job in India.Would love advice from anyone who has moved back to India after living in the US for a long time how did you adjust? How do you rebuild your life there without taking up a traditional job?

Reactions to the Reddit post

The post has drawn attention from other Reddit users, many of whom shared advice and personal stories. Some suggested exploring freelancing, startups, or remote work opportunities, while others highlighted the importance of financial planning before making such a move.“Why no savings? Your expenses must be huge,” one user asked. “I bought a house in India on the advice of my relatives (which I now regret). I’ve already paid off the entire loan out of anxiety, and spent nearly ₹2 crore on it. Honestly, I don’t think it’s worth that much. I also bought a couple of plots there which ism trying to sell but no luck. My savings are quite low right now in lakhs. but I plan to save aggressively for one more year before moving back to India,” the techie replied.