Recently, a user shared the harsh truth of relocating to the united states on a work visa on social media. What started out as a dream job swiftly devolved into a discouraging experience marked by poor pay and unfulfilled promises. and little choices. The user described how their employer remained evasive about compensation negotiations until the visa was ultimately granted. It felt difficult to turn back by that point. The employer offered a new arrangement when they attempted to bargain, promising to assist their spouse in obtaining a work visa in exchange for no rise. At the time, it made sense.

However, after arriving in the united states, the company ceased answering inquiries on the spouse's visa.  The relocation also caused the user's partner, who had been working remotely, to lose their job.  Their spouse is still on an H4 visa and unable to work, and they are stuck at a job they don't enjoy and making far less than they had anticipated.  This is not a unique story.  Similar difficulties are faced by many foreign employees, particularly those with H1B visas.  Some employers underpay qualified workers because they are aware that they have few other options.  Others verbally commit to things they never plan to follow through on.
 
Employers can easily exploit visa holders thanks to the system, which gives them little negotiating leverage.  Moving for a job might turn into more of a trap than an opportunity if there is no research, clear negotiations, and documented commitments.  The message is apparent for anyone thinking about making the leap: never rely on verbal promises, realize your value, and strive for fair play.
 
 
 
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G GOWTHAM

24/03/2025 04:45 AM