H1B Fiasco: Indian Marriages In Jeopardy?
Consular appointments that were scheduled for December are being abruptly rescheduled, often without clear timelines or explanations, leaving families in a state of anxiety and uncertainty.;
It’s already known that the H1B visa is one of the most desired visa options for the Indian citizens as it grants work permits in the United States. But the Trump administration in the United States is doing everything in its power to radicalise the same to the fullest extent.
The H1B visa process is increasingly turning into a nightmare for Indian professionals, especially those with personal commitments back home. Many visa holders who traveled to India for weddings, family emergencies, or important life events are now stuck, unable to return to the United States.
Consular appointments that were scheduled for December are being abruptly rescheduled, often without clear timelines or explanations, leaving families in a state of anxiety and uncertainty.
What is making the situation worse are widespread rumours that no fresh H1B visa slots may be released in 2027. While there has been no official confirmation, the lack of communication from authorities has only intensified fears among applicants. For people planning their own weddings, attending close relatives’ marriages, or responding to medical emergencies, the risk of getting stranded has become very real.
Over the years, the H1B system has already been plagued by delays, policy changes, and administrative backlogs. This latest phase of appointment disruptions has added another layer of chaos, forcing professionals to choose between career stability and family responsibilities.
For many, what should have been moments of joy or duty have now become periods of stress, financial loss, and emotional turmoil, exposing the human cost of an increasingly unpredictable visa system.