An H-1B worker has shared a harsh experience after waiting 15 months for a Big Tech job, only to lose it due to the US immigration crackdown. You see how years of effort ended with the offer being withdrawn.
Dream job delayed and lost
The tech professional posted their story on Reddit. You learn the offer was pulled after long delays. They had already completed six years on H-1B in October 2024 and were forced to leave the US.
FAANG offer raised hopes
Two months later, they cleared interviews at a FAANG company. You see the employer agree to bring them back using the AC21 extension rule, based on an I-140 filed by a previous employer.
I-140 delay caused trouble
The I-140 approval took almost a year and arrived in October 2025. By then, the US announced a new $100,000 H-1B fee for petitions filed from outside the country.
Hiring process frozen
Because of the new fee, the company froze the hiring process. You see the start date pushed several times while both sides waited for legal clarity, as the fee was challenged in court.
Offer finally cancelled
In January 2026, the company ended the wait by rescinding the offer. You are told the reason was immigration risk and the financial burden linked to the new visa fee.
Personal and financial toll
The worker says they have experience in cybersecurity, law enforcement, and AI. You see how the long delay drained them financially and mentally, leaving them stuck despite strong skills.
Reality for many Indians
This is now common for Indian H-1B workers. You watch years of planning collapse as the US government tightens visa rules and pushes back against skilled immigrants.
