Is anyone worried about all the H-1 stuff happening? I have EAD but not received AP so I had to file for H1 and use that to travel.. it’s been 18 years EB2 and still no end in sight. Priority date Aug… more

How long do you go to India for? Is 3/3.5 weeks too much to plan for in these times? Anything less feels so tight especially with the visa processing. Want to see what the general trends are

Arrange Marriage advice: Met this girl through matrimony app and everything looks on paper. We are connecting regularly to understand each other better but I have noticed that a lot of her personality can be expl… more

Desi men over 50. What vitamins or supplements you are taking now to prepare for your 60s and 70s? About to turn 50 soon so wanna start planning for it.

Hello fishes - has anyone renewed their license in GA recently. I have already used the 120 days extension once. My h1b extension has been approved but I don’t have the original I797 yet. My license e… more

How is the US job market for Canadian citizens?
I am planning to join my fiancé in the States (he is on H1B) but my firm is not ready for the transfer or WFH in US.

How is the hiring in the industry for H1b folks ? Are we still accepted ? Looking at asset management and private equity firms as exit from consulting.

We are visiting Tirupati this month. Any good hotel recommendations for a family of 3 for 2 nights? Should we look for accommodation in the city or up the hill?

I keep getting calls from unknown numbers with random desi guys offering to pay my utility bills at 50% discount. They already have my name and phone number. Only ask me for my account zip code.

How d… more

Late 20s M. Moved to the US for school. I’ve gone on a few online dates with Indian-American women and am absolutely aghast at how they’ve treated me. Rudeness, combativeness, and annoyance. One point… more

Any recommendations on Drinks worth trying on royal carribean wonder of the seas. Not huge drinker , generally like cocktails and mocktails. I will buy non alcoholic beverages package as no one drinks… more

Do Indian citizens need visa for cruise to carribean countries such as Bahamas when you board from Florida ports. Any other documents/approvals needed for GC holders ?

Hi,
Any Indian families in the Vaud canton? Would love to connect. About us - family of 4, - 3 YO son and 4 months old daughter.

I applied for OCI recently for my new born and i got an email that i need to send apostilled Birth certificate and a joint notarized statement for marriage , even after submitting a copy of marriage c… more

Why’s there such a massive looks mismatch in Indian couples? Is it money or something else?

I have heard of people receiving care packages from parents/relatives in India. Anyone with experience sending across things like homemade creams, lotions and hand salves. My sister makes some that re… more

Planning to move to Atlanta. Want to buy single family home in North side with good schools. May switch jobs in future to be local so focussing on areas that will allow 45-60 mins commute . Will be fl… more

Planning travel to Vegas before Christmas. Any recommendations for 5 and 10 yr old kids entertainments. Will they be able to sit thru cirque the sol shows. Lot of stuff in Vegas for kids is basic so r… more

Any reco on cancun all inclusive resorts for family , 2 kids 5 and 10. Heard abt moon palace and xcaret. How are food options. We will have other vegetarian families with us. Any of these provide good… more

Anyone buy a house for parents in India? I don’t have aadhar or local bank account but can finance down payment and EMI. Would have to be in parents name for that reason. Anyone have experience pls em… more

Hope everyone’s family members are safe after the Delhi blasts. 🙏

Officially past the H-4 validity. Spouse lost her job. Lost her driving privileges yesterday. I feel awful. We live in NC. Fair to assume, driver license renewal won't accept I539 receipt notice?

Has anyone here visited Argentina after recent rule changes for entry on a visa for Indian citizens? Is entry only exempted for folks on B1/B2 or H1B too? I’ve emailed the embassy but haven’t heard ba… more

With only in person interviews for H1B stamping now, how long does it take to get the passport back after the interview?

Parents with older kids in high school or college. In the US, is there really a need to have kids practice writing and learning cursive? Do they even write anything as they get older or do they mostly… more

Hi All, need urgent guidance regarding my visa and re-entry situation. I am currently on F1 STEM OPT with a valid EAD card expiring in July 2027. I just received notice that I have been impacted by re… more

Desi Moms, do you feel guilty going to India with your child but without your husband for a few extra weeks to spend time with your parents? When we travel together he tends to stay at his parents hou… more

Looking to buy a Mandir for home
Based in NJ
Are there good shops around Or folks have ordered via Amazon (don’t find good options there)

India OCI: anyone who did this recently please advise. Acquired US citizenship and now while applying OCI as an adult, there’s an undertaking about ration card & voter card surrender. How you mana… more

Please advice regarding H1B visa

I was selected in this year’s lottery but my application is still not approved. My firm is saying it’s the delay from USICS and I found lot of such cases on Reddit as well.
Any advi… more

Any Bengali friends here? I am going to India and wanted to buy premium Darjeeling tea, second flush.
Is there a specific estate/brand that you recommend.

What a win! 1983, 2011 and 2025. Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni and Harmanpreet Kaur 😍🥳🥳

When parents visit the U.S. what IPTV service do you suggest for Indian channels? Thank you!

Manager, Assurance- not involved in audit activities. Spouse works for FANG firm.I had manually added his 401k,employment and RSU details in GMS. Was picked for an independent audit and found that I w… more

Planning Cancun trip in December last 2 weeks. How crowded it will be. Will be there 5 days with kids. Thinking of booking through Costco. Any recommendations on resorts , activities and other options… more