Archive · 23 Jan 2026
H-1B uncertainty pushes skilled workers back to India
Many Indian engineers used to go to the US for jobs using H-1B visas.
But now, because of stricter rules and higher fees, it's getting harder for them.
Some are going back to India instead.
Big companies are also setting up offices in India to hire these engineers.
People like Kunal Bahl, who had to leave the US, started successful companies in India.
Others, like Tony Klor, are moving to India to start new businesses because of the talent and opportunities there.
This is changing where tech talent works.
H-1B visa uncertainties are pushing skilled Indian tech workers back to India.
Indian engineers account for nearly three-quarters of annual H-1B visas.
LinkedIn data shows a 40% increase in tech professionals relocating to India in late 2025.
Global companies are expanding operations in India to bypass US immigration hurdles.
Kunal Bahl and Tony Klor are examples of professionals who moved back to India and started successful ventures.
- Who
- Highly skilled tech talent, particularly Indian engineers, and global corporations.
- What
- A shift in talent flow from the US to India due to H-1B visa uncertainties.
- When
- The trend is ongoing, with a notable increase in late 2025.
- Where
- Primarily between the United States and India.
- Why
- Tighter immigration policies and increased scrutiny of the H-1B visa program.
- H-1B Visa
- A non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations.
- Indian Engineers
- Account for nearly three-quarters of annual H-1B visas.
- LinkedIn Data
- Showed a 40% increase in tech professionals relocating to India in late 2025.
- ANSR Inc.
- A company helping global corporations set up tech centers in India.
- Badchain
- An AI-driven product discovery startup in Bengaluru.