A $100K annual salary in India or a green card opportunity in the Bay Area is the tough choice facing an Indian techie. He is considering a move to the US with his wife amid a challenging immigration climate.
The tech professional currently earns around $100,000 per year as a Lead Engineer while working remotely from India. His US citizen wife earns close to $54,000, bringing their combined pre-tax household income to nearly $154,000.
His wife is expected to receive a job offer in the US, which could change their future plans. The move may accelerate his marriage-based green card process and free him from the uncertainty of the H-1B lottery.
He also believes the Bay Area offers stronger infrastructure and a better standard of living. According to him, lead-level roles in Silicon Valley can pay between $230,000 and $300,000 in total compensation.
However, the US tech job market has cooled following multiple rounds of layoffs. Hiring remains cautious, especially under the immigration crackdown linked to President Trump, making job searches more competitive.
Leaving behind a stable $100K remote job in India for an uncertain US market is a major risk. While a green card removes visa dependency, it does not guarantee employment for the Indian husband.
Ultimately, the decision rests with the couple. Still, the dilemma highlights how shifting market realities have made even a green card move less straightforward than it once was.
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