Google techie returns to US after letting go of H-1B visa, staying in India for 10 years

A technology professional who worked at Google has returned to the United States after giving up an H-1B visa and staying in India for 10 years. The individual had originally moved to the U.S. on an H-1B visa before deciding to return to India.

During the decade in India, the person continued working in the tech industry. The decision to go back to the U.S. came after a new opportunity arose with Google, which facilitated the move.

The return was made possible through a different visa category, allowing the individual to re-enter the country without relying on the previous H-1B status. The person's experience highlights the challenges and possibilities for professionals navigating U.S. immigration rules.

The case has drawn attention among the Indian diaspora, many of whom face similar decisions about visa status and career moves between the two countries.