Desi Return Diaries
Episodes
At 30, I Made a Decision Most People Avoid | After 10 Year in Japan
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RN...
We Waited 11 Years in US For This Number Before Moving to India | NRI
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RNO...
Left Amazon US After 9 Years, Now Back in India | Here is the Reality
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RN...
After 8 Years in the US.... I Realized I Could Never Retire There | Return to India
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Don’t guess — plan it right 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Need help with shipments, taxes, RN...
We Moved Back to India… Then Returned to the US (Here’s Why)
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan with action items, here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Desi Return Fina...
He Saved 40% of His Salary… Then Left the US for a Small Town in India
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan with action items, here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt 👉 Desi Return Fina...
Why We Left Google Jobs in US and Moved Back to India for Good?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Considering moving back to India? Join o...
We Tested India Before Moving Back | 17 Years in US
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Considering moving back to India? Join o...
OCI to Aadhaar to PAN: Legal Requirements After Returning to India
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Considering moving back to India? Join o...
We Moved Back to India Twice — Here’s Why It Took Two Attempts
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What really happens when families move back to India — and then do it again? In this episode, we talked with Nidhi of moving between the US and Indi...
The Real Reason Kids Struggle When You Move Countries
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Moving countries is not just a logistical change — it’s a deep emotional and psychological transition for children. In this episode, we have an ho...
H1B Stopped Me From Going Home When My Family Needed Me
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return to India? Personalize your free plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Considering moving back to India? Join o...
Moving Back to India: Where Do NRIs Even Start?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return? Personalize your plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt Moving back to India after living abroad can feel over...
Why We Moved Back to INDIA After 10 Years of H1B Uncertainty in US
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your return? Personalize your plan here 👉 https://access.desireturn.com/planner-yt After spending 10 years in the United States on an H1B ...
Moved Back to India After 16 Years in Canada — Do We Regret It?
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active private whatsapp community at http://access.desireturn.com/innercircle What is life really like one year after moving back to India? ...
I Spent 10 Years in India, Then Made the Hardest Decision
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our community, schedule a personalized 1:1 consultation here 👉 https://pensight.com/x/desireturn In this episode, Mr. Yogesh shares his ho...
NRI? You CAN Get US Social Security in India — Here’s Real Proof!
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active private whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle Many NRIs wonder whether they can still receive US Social...
I Couldn’t Raise Two Kids Alone in the US… So I Moved Back to India
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active private whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle In this heartfelt conversation, Sahithi opens up about on...
How We Planned Our Move from Canada to India: Money, Exit Tax, Lifestyle, Regrets?
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amisha and Rutvik spent 13 years in Canada before finally moving back to India In this conversation we break down the real numbers, the planning, the ...
We Never Planned to Leave the UK... Until This Happened to Our Son | Our Return to India Story
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle In this conversation, Garima shares her family’s journey of l...
Ditched My High Paying US Job and Returned to India to Start a Business in India
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle After 12 years at Microsoft in the US, Gopi and Ashwini decide...
Why We LEFT India After Living For 12 Years | Back to US
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After 6 years in the US, Shipra and her family moved back to India — then again to Europe and back to the US. Hear their story on kids’ education,...
Why She Chose India Over the West — TWICE | Global Citizen to Desi Mom
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle In this episode, I talked to Nishka, a true global citizen who lef...
After 40 Years in the US, I Moved to India for Fulfillment | Here's What Happened
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active whatsapp community at https://pensight.com/x/desireturn/innercircle If you are interested in active senior community in India, please...
Returning to India from Canada After 13 Years: From Big NO to Best Decision!
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our active whatsapp community, schedule a personalized 1:1 consultation, group sessions or access our digital course here 👉 https://pensight.c...
Why We Moved Back to INDIA After 15 Years of H1B Uncertainty in US?
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our whatsapp community, schedule a personalized 1:1 consultation, group sessions or access our digital course here 👉 https://pensight.com/x/de...
Why Retiring in India Might Be the Smartest Move After 23 Years in Australia
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our whatsapp community, schedule a personalized 1:1 consultation, group sessions or access our financial planning digital course here 👉 https:...
Why Move Back To India NOW After 14 Years in US
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bilkish an NRI spent close to 14 years in US before moving back to India with her family. Bilkish talks about her background, life in US and why they ...
Back to India with Financial Independence After 17 Years Abroad
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chintan went to the US for his MS and spent close to 17 years before moving to India. He was working in supply chain/ manufacturing industry. He talks...
What REALLY Happens When You Move Back to India from Denmark as a Kid
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Vishwa who spent most of his time in Denmark. After completing 5th grade, he returned to India and he is currently studying 8th grade. Also meet ...
Why TRIAL Run in India for 2.5 Years After 15 Years in Denmark?
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our whatsapp community, book 1:1 consultations, group calls or explore our digital course 👉 https://pensight.com/x/desireturn After spending ...
Do I Regret Moving Back to India? 10 Years in India and Back to US
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join our community, schedule a personalized 1:1 consultation, or access our digital course here 👉 https://pensight.com/x/desireturn Gayathri mo...
Left Canada Before It Got Worse: Santosh’s Story & Advice
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Santosh went to Canada on a work permit and after staying for 6 years in Canada, his family decided to move back to India. Please check out our first ...
8 Years in Germany, Trial Run in India – Why We Moved Back
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Germany’s Automotive Industry to a New Life in India 🚗🇮🇳 After 8 years working in Germany’s automotive sector, Swapnil and his famil...
30 Year US Ivy League Professor Shares BEST Tips for MS and Job Search Success!
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we bring you detailed advice from a University Professor on how to navigate a successful graduate STEM program and mount an effective ...
Are You Aware of the KEY OCI Mistakes NRIs Make?
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, I chat with Priyanka, founder of Documitra — a one-stop solution for all documentation needs for NRIs. We cover everything you need t...
What's the BEST Retirement Option After 46 years in US?
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Singh went to the US for his bachelors. After living in the US for 46 years, he is considering moving back to India for his retirement. In this ep...
Can You REALLY THRIVE in Joint Family Life in India After 11 Years in the US | NRI | Back to India
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rahul moved to US for his Masters and after 11 years, he and his family moved back to India early in 2025. Rahul talks about his back ground, why he m...
3 Essential Factors for Returning NRIs to Choose the RIGHT School
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Returning NRIs looking to understand different curriculums in India , how to chose a particular school and best one for their kids. Dr. Kondal Reddy —...
We Left Everything for Fulfilment — But Was It the Right Call? | Back to India | NRI
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anish and Swati went to the US for MS and lived there for 8.5 years before returning to India in 2022. Please check out our first episode of our conve...
Why this NRI Moved Back to India After 8 Years in Canada? Loneliness; Kids Upbrining and non -IT Careers
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brinell and her family went to Canada in 2016 and returned to India in 2024. Brinell talks about her background and why the family moved to Canada. Sh...
Retire Right: Active Senior Living Options in India for NRIs
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adarsh is a Managing Director at Primus Life,one of India’s leading providers of active senior living communities. With a deep understanding of the ...
Why HR Professional Returned to India After 10 Years in US
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pratibha went to the US in 2014 and after working there for a decade, the family moved back to India.Pratibha talks about her HR career, initial strug...
Story of an IT Family Living in India Since 2020 After 10 years in US
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karthik went to the US in 2010 and after spending 10 years, they moved back to India in 2020. Karthik talks about his background, life in US, why he d...
Why Sumit Returned to India After 34 Years in US?
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sumit went to the US in 1990 and after spending 34 years, he returned to India in 2024. Sumit talks about his background, what motivated him to move t...
Expert Shares RIGHT Way to Invest in Indian Real Estate as an NRI
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a NRI and planning to invest in Indian real estate this episode is for you. Sahil from Shray projects talks about why someone should consid...
Story of an IT Family Living in India Since 2018 After 13 Years in US
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ramana went to the US for work and after spending 13 years, they moved back to India in 2018. It’s been 7 years since they moved to India and a lot ...
Back To India After 21 Years in US : IDEAL Scenario for NON-IT Family?
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sankar & Divya spent 21 years in the US before moving to India in 2023. They talk about their background and why they plan to move to India. Insig...
9 Years in India Taught Me The BIGGEST Advantage of Living Here
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elliot born and brought up in the US moved to India 9 years ago. He talks about his background, what brought him to India, life in India, cost of livi...
The ENTREPRENEUR'S Guide to Creating Social Impact in India
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rashmi went to Singapore in 1992 and lived in Singapore and Australia for 12 years. Rashmi and her family moved to India in 2004. Rashmi worked in ret...
Moving Back to India with a Middle Schooler After 10 Years in US
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Divya went to the US in 2013 and after spending 10 years, they moved back to India. Divya worked in the US as a middle school and high school math tea...
U.S. Teacher EXPOSES the 5 Worst Things About American School
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Divya, a seasoned middle and high school teacher who spent the last 10 years teaching at top-ranked schools in the U.S. In this episode, she gives us ...
Returning to India: To Improve Women’s Healthcare & Education
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maya went to the US for her higher education in 2007 and after living in the US for 7 years, she moved back to India. She participated in the 2014 par...
Successful Entrepreneur: 13 Years Building Sids Farm in India After 11 Years in US
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kishore went to the US for his Phd in 2000 and after 11 years, the family has decided to move to India. Kishore started his entrepreneurial journey af...
Earning Abroad is Overrated - I left Dubai fro India After 11 Years
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rakesh spent close to 4 years in Asia pacific and another 7 years in Dubai before deciding to move back to India. He has been living in India for the ...
Successful Entrepreneur's Candid Conversation Living in India After 22 Years in US
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kunal moved to the US in 2003 for work and after living 22 years in the US, he moved to India a year back. Kunal talks about his successful entrepre...
Canada PR or Lifestyle - Why She Returned to Canada after 3 Years in India
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tamana went to Canada in 2016 and after staying for a year, the family decided to move to India and stayed in India for 3-4 years before moving to Can...
I Asked EXPERT About Special Needs Kids in India vs Abroad
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ms. Sumathi has a special needs kid and she brings awareness about special needs kids and how families can cope up with it through her youtube channel...
Why Russian CHOSE India to Raise Her Family
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anastasia, born in Russia and lived in several countries before moving to India 3 years ago. She met her husband Srikanth in Africa and started a fami...
Left UK After 20 Years to Follow His PASSION to Start School in India
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kandadi went to the UK in 2001 and after living for 20 years in the UK, he moved back to India. He has been living in India for the last 3 years. ...
WHY and HOW Deepak Planned to RETIRE in India After 35 Years Abroad | UK
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deepak went abroad 35 years ago, lived in Abu Dhabi and is currently living in the UK. He is currently planning to move to India. As part of this ...
How Tejas Achieved Financial Independence By Early 30s?
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tejas went to the US for his MS and spent close to 11 years before moving to India. Tejas left the IT profession to follow his passion in the creative...
What Drew This OCI Back to India After 50 Years in Europe?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prasantha went abroad when she was 5 years old, who spent most of her life abroad and is currently planning to return to India. Prasantha talks about ...
The Best Retirement Living Options In India | Senior Living
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Murali has more than 20 years of experience with senior care, senior living , and helping builders with senior housing. He talks about different f...
Why Returning to India was a mistake? 24 Years in Canada
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amarmeet spent 3 years in the UK and 10 years in Canada before deciding to move back to India. But after a year, the family decided to move back to Ca...
Why I May NOT Move Back to India Again | 10 Years in India After R2I
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashish went to the US for his MS spent close to 10 years before moving to India. After the move, his family stayed in India for 10 years before going ...
Why Nurse CHOSE India to Retire after 27 years in US?
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Alice went to the US in 1997 and after spending 27 years in the US, they decided to retire in India in 2024. Dr. Alice talked about her background...
Career Opportunities for Data Scientists in India vs US and reasons to move back to India
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chirag went to the US for MS 2014 and returned to India in 2024. How going to the US opened up his life, career and his passion towards data science. ...
Moving Back to India with a Middle Schooler After 13 Years in UK : The Realities
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meenal spent close to 13 years in the UK before deciding to move to India. Meenal took a sabbatical to try living in India with her kids while spouse ...
Which School is BEST for Your Kid in India? IB vs IGCSE Vs CBSE
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Mausam has over 15 years of experience in educational ventures and is passionate about expanding meaningful education globally. In this insightful...
Is Moving Back to India Worth It for His CA Career?
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damneet went to Ireland in 2019 for a career opportunity and after spending 4 years, he moved back to India. He is a CA by profession. Damneet talks a...
Why Naveen Left a High Paying Job to Return to India? USA| Europe
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Naveen started his career in IT and then went into sales and worked in different roles at Amazon and Google. Naveen and his wife Himabindu spent 8 yea...
How I Rebuilt my SUCCESSFUL Supply Chain Career after H1B Visa Isues in US?
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shivam went to the US for his MS in 2016 and after completing his MS he worked for a few years in the supply chain before moving to India in 2021. Shi...
I spent 30 Years Abroad and Now I Retired in a Village and Volunterring
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Sankar Spent close to 30 years abroad (27 years in Middle east and 3 years in Singapore) before deciding to move back to India in 2020 to a village...
Non-IT Professional's Return to India to be an Entrepreneur
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chintan went to the US in 2015 for his MS and returned back to India in 2020. His background is into civil engineering and started his own company aft...
Has She Made a Wise Choice Retiring in India after 42 Years in the UK
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ms. Sujatha spent 42 years in the UK before moving to India in 2018. She has been living in India for 6 years. In this episode we talk about her life ...
Why We're Considering Moving to India: Netherland's Healthcare and Our Gifted Child
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pavi has been living in Europe for 15 years and planning to move to India in 2 years.In this episode, we talk about her background, move to London and...
Return to India AFTER 18 YEARS in UK with a Middle School Kid : IT & Entrepreneur Family
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Praveen went to the UK in 2006 and after spending 18 years, his family decided to move back to India. Praveen talks about his background, life in the ...
Non IT-Professional's Career and Family Dynamics Living in India for 6 years after 14 years in US
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Radhika and Venkat spent close to 14 years in the US, they moved back to India in 2018. They have been living in India for the last 6 years. They talk...
Growing up in Canada for 15 years, Moved Back to India for Better Business Opportunities
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Laksh went to Canada when he was 13, did his studies in Canada before deciding to move back to India after 15 years. He moved back early this year. ...
Back to India after 9 years in Netherlands : Career, Finance Planning Insights for the move
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ankita and Anshuman went to the Netherlands in 2015 and after staying for 9 years, they decided to move back to India. They talk about their backgroun...
Scientific Insights into Reconnecting with Family After Returning to India
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kalia went to the US when he was 19 and has been living in the US for 40 years. He talks about this background, education and how his profession...
Non- IT professionals 7 Year Plan to be Back in India After18 years in US
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karthik went to the US for his MS and spent close to 18 years before moving to India. Sushma went to the US after her marriage, finished her MS and sp...
Story of an IT Family Back to India Journey after 14 years in US
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Suyog worked in India for 2 years before deciding to move to the US for his MS. After spending close to 14 years in the US, he made the big decision t...
US Work Expertise: My Key to Thriving in Indian Business
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aniruddha went to the US for masters. After spending close to 10 years, he decided to move to India.He has been living in India for a year. With the m...
Expert Doctor Shares Why He Chose India Over Medicine Abroad
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kiran Peddi moved to the UK after completing his MBBS for further studies. After studying/working for close to 10 years in the UK and 1 year in Au...
How This NRI Managed Kids, Assets, and Immigration After Losing Her Spouse in US
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sahithi and her family went to the US in 2016 after working in India for a few years. Life took an unexpected turn when an unfortunate incident change...
The Shocking Healthcare Issue That Made HER Leave the US | Young Family's Tragedy - Part1
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sahithi and her family went to the US in 2016 after working in India for a few years. Life took an unexpected turn when an unfortunate incident chan...
Spouse Not On Board : My Solo Return to India and His Unexpected Change of Mind (13 years in Canada)
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amisha went to Canada for hospitality management and spent 13 years before moving to India and currently living in Ahmedabad. She got married 10 years...
Why NRI family moved to India during Covid: work life balance & raising kids
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vipul and Sreelatha spent 13 years in the US before deciding to move back to India. They moved during the peak of COVID and have been living in India ...
Is Moving Back to India a Smart Career Move for Non-IT NRIs?
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Allhad and Aditi spent close to 9.5 years in the US before moving to the Netherlands for 2.5 years. They moved back to India 2 years ago. Allhad and...
Why I Moved Back to India as an NRI after 14 years : H1B Restrictions & Loneliness
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aditi went to the US for her MS and spent close to 14 years before deciding to move back to India. She talks about her life in the US, reasons to move...
NRI Dilemma: Balancing Kids Wellbeing, Career and Identity | 18 years in Germany and Australia
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sheela as she shares her journey of moving from Australia and Germany to India during the challenging times of Covid. With nearly two decades spe...
Choosing India for retirement after 30 years abroad : A 16 year journey
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a fascinating journey as we explore Ramakrishnan's incredible international life story, from Africa to America, and finally back to India f...
Wish I Knew This Blueprint for Career Success Before Moving Back to India
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a senior professional of Indian origin looking to secure a leadership role in a multinational corporation in India? Look no further! Recruitme...
From UK to INDIA: How kids adjusted in new education system?
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Agnes as she shares her fascinating journey of living in three different countries - Poland, UK, and now India. Born and raised in Poland, Agnus ...
Is Money everything? A millionaire NRI’s guide to finding happiness back in India
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Renu on a fascinating journey as she shares her experiences of living in India for 17 years after spending more than 40 years abroad (USA, Canada...
Life of non-IT professional in Canada and career opportunities in India after living for 5 years
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amit, a Masters graduate, compares his experiences of working in Canada versus living in India. He shares insights on his background, life in Canada, ...
Foreigners guid to colleges in India, Living in India for 7 years after living for 18 years in south africa
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Richa was born and brought up in South Africa. She moved to India for her Bachelors in Arts and finished her Masters before going back to South Africa...
Lived in 4 Countries by 24 - Australia, Germany, UK and India | Indian Colleges for Foreigners
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sudharshan on his incredible journey of living in 4 different countries by the age of 24, ultimately choosing to settle in India. In this video, ...