Many holders of H1B visas are struggling with whether to move forward with visa stamping or to wait, given the flurry of news surrounding H1Bs and Trump's return to office. This decision is made more difficult by consular backlogs, fluctuating policies, and delays. Is it better to wait, or would that result in other issues later on? This situation was faced by a software engineer at a mid-sized SaaS startup. He got a Dropbox appointment in Chennai, and his H1B extension was accepted. But he started to worry after learning about 221g delays that left candidates trapped for months. He may get stranded in india with no obvious way out if something went wrong.
 
Many holders of H1B visas are struggling with whether to move forward with visa stamping or to wait, given the flurry of news surrounding H1Bs and Trump's return to office. This decision is made more difficult by consular backlogs, fluctuating policies, and delays. Is it better to wait, or would that result in other issues later on? This situation was faced by a software engineer at a mid-sized SaaS startup. He got a Dropbox appointment in Chennai, and his H1B extension was accepted. But he started to worry after learning about 221g delays that left candidates trapped for months. He may get stranded in india with no obvious way out if something went wrong.
 
It is crucial for anyone who decide to travel to have a backup plan. It might be helpful to keep an eye on consular trends, plan for any delays, and guarantee employment flexibility. The optimal choice ultimately depends on personal circumstances and the amount of risk a person is willing to take.
 
 
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G GOWTHAM

10/02/2025 11:59 AM