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H-1B visa delays: Indians face job loss, tax woes
15 Jan
Summary
- H-1B visa holders in India face job loss due to stamping delays.
- Extended stays in India may create Indian income tax liabilities.
- US companies seek expert advice on compliance and employee taxation.
Indian H-1B visa holders currently in India are confronting substantial risks, including potential job termination and reduced salaries, stemming from ongoing delays in visa stamping. These prolonged stays in their home country also introduce the possibility of incurring Indian income tax obligations.
Immigration experts note that with visa interviews frequently pushed back to March, April, or even later, some H-1B professionals, particularly those in smaller firms, are seeing their employment jeopardized. Simultaneously, a complex tax situation is emerging, as individuals staying in India for extended periods may become subject to Indian tax laws, depending on their residency status.
In response, numerous US corporations are engaging with immigration lawyers and consulting firms to address compliance and taxation concerns. Some are even directly petitioning the US embassy to expedite appointments for their employees, as companies grapple with supporting their workforce stranded abroad.
