The changing immigration landscape in the US has put overseas career plans under fresh scrutiny for Indian technology professionals. With uncertainty around visa policies and the rules governing foreign workers, many techies may need to look beyond their traditional first choice for global opportunities. Countries across Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East have work visa pathways for skilled professionals, including software developers, programmers, IT specialists and technology consultants. However, moving beyond the US means understanding not just where technology jobs are available, but which immigration routes Indian professionals can realistically qualify for.
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