A technology professional shared his decision to leave the United States after 14 years on an H-1B visa due to ongoing immigration uncertainty and green card delays. He arranged an internal transfer to his company’s Swiss office and obtained a B permit. The move ended years of anxiety over visa status. He described the change as a major relief, noting improved quality of life, infrastructure, and natural surroundings despite a possible salary reduction of 10 to 20 percent. His spouse also secured employment in Switzerland. The annual quota for non-EU B permits is limited to about 4,500, but his established employer facilitated approval. He suggested that others facing similar backlogs consider transfers to European offices if available. The account highlights options for skilled workers as US visa policies face increased scrutiny.
