Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:02am on 21 May 2026,Thursday India Global
Thousands of Indian tech professionals in the US are facing mounting uncertainty after fresh layoffs at companies like Meta, Amazon and LinkedIn intensified pressure on H-1B visa holders. Under US immigration rules, laid-off workers typically get only 60 days to secure another sponsoring employer or leave the country, turning job losses into immigration crises. Many are attempting to switch temporarily to B-2 visitor visas, though immigration lawyers report stricter scrutiny and rising rejection rates. Massive AI-driven restructuring across Silicon Valley has deepened fears that hiring slowdowns may become permanent. With decades-long green card backlogs, home loans and families settled in America, many Indians are now reconsidering long-term plans and exploring opportunities in Canada, Europe or India. (PC: NDTV)
