Facing a Tough Choice: Is It Worth Risking a Smooth Exit for a Short US Stay?

Hi All,

I'm working for one of the Top 5 Indian software companies for the past 4 years and in the US with different clients for the past 3 years. Now, this company is asking me to come back to India to manage the team from offshore. However, my condition is such that I need to stay here for at least 5 to 6 more months, which my company is not accepting. In this situation, I have decided to quit this company and join a US company directly.

Now my big worry is that as I would be quitting the company in the US, my exit would not be smooth, and I may not receive all the necessary letters/documents required while leaving (such as experience letter, salary details, etc.). Since I do not have long-term plans to stay in the US (maximum 2 years), will it be a problem for my career or finding a job once I return to India?

Even though I won't be getting an experience letter, can I still manage things once back in India with the appointment letter, payslips, employment letter, etc.?

Is it worth not having a smooth exit from a top company just for the sake of 2 years of life in the USA?

Please advise.

Hi,

Surely you have to get the exit letter, like the experience letter, relieving letter, and the pay slip, as these are important. The company with whom you work will cross-check the same with all your previous companies. If they receive incorrect feedback that you did not have a smooth exit, it may affect your joining.

Currently, most big MNCs cross-check the following matters:

- Experience
- Technical work/skills
- Performance
- Attitude, honesty, and personal reputation of the subject
- Date of leaving, whether exit formalities were fulfilled or not.

I work as an HR Executive in an IT Company, and daily I conduct verification checks for past employees. Those who leave without informing us are noted as not having completed their exit formalities. As a result, we have not relieved them from service, creating a negative impression.

The solution is simple: talk to your immediate superior and explain the situation. They will likely help you, as we do. Instead of taking risks, take precautions. Ask them to relieve you as soon as possible. You have spent four years with the company, and they are likely to assist you, as it concerns your future career.

Think carefully before making any decision.

Cheers,

Nidhi (HR Executive)

Hi,

I agree with Nidhi. Moreover, if the company wants, they can change the status of your L1 or H1 visa if you are on either one of them as you cease to be their employee after quitting. Furthermore, even if the next company does not ask you for the relieving letter, one of your future employers might ask for the same. Please do weigh your options properly before taking any step with regards to your career.