By Simon Lee October 10. 2025
As the U.S. tightens H-1B visa rules and increases application fees, global companies are fast-tracking their offshore expansion, and India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are emerging as the go-to solution.
With the U.S. government increasing H-1B visa fees to $100,000 and tightening eligibility requirements, many firms are reevaluating how and where they assemble their teams. For years, companies have relied on visa-sponsored talent to bridge critical skill gaps and on skilled foreign workers to fill local labour shortages. However, with access to U.S. talent narrowing, more companies are turning to India – home to more than 1,700 GCCs and one of the world’s deepest and most diverse tech talent pools. By 2030, the number of GCCs in India is expected to exceed 2,200, with a combined market size of nearly $100 billion.
Once known for back-office operations, GCCs in India have evolved into powerhouses of innovation. They now drive critical functions such as AI development, cybersecurity, finance, and product design for some of the world’s largest brands, including FedEx, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Target, and Lowe’s.
Experts say this shift is accelerating. “GCCs are uniquely positioned for this moment. They serve as a ready in-house engine,” said Rohan Lobo, Partner and GCC Industry Leader at Deloitte India. He noted a sharp rise in activity across
financial services
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tech
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particularly among firms exposed to U.S. federal contracts or reliant on H-1B talent.
A turning point in global workforce strategy
For many U.S. organisations, offshoring is no longer just about cost savings. It’s about continuity, capability, and control. By expanding their India GCCs, companies can retain strategic oversight of high-value work while bypassing U.S. visa restrictions and hiring limits.
There’s also a sense of urgency. As Lalit Ahuja, CEO of ANSR, which has helped companies like Walmart, JPMorgan, and Apple set up GCCs, noted, “plans are already underway” for a large-scale move. The goal isn’t to outsource low-value tasks, but to build resilient, innovation-led teams closer to where the talent is.
This migration wave serves as a wake-up call for companies that are still reliant on traditional hiring models. As visa uncertainty continues, building an offshore presence in India , whether through a GCC setup or a trusted outsourcing partner, has become a strategic necessity.
The key is quality. Offshore teams today aren’t just an extension of the business. They are the business. With the right structure, governance, and talent alignment, they can deliver the same level of innovation, speed, and impact as onshore teams, often faster and more cost-efficiently.
At Teamified , we help businesses build dedicated teams in India and other strategic locations — connecting them with vetted talent and local expertise to scale smarter. If you’re exploring offshore options, get a free quote today and see how fast you can start building your team.
With over two decades of experience in FinTech, SaaS, and outsourcing, Simon has co-founded multiple successful ventures, including Assembly Payments and Lazu. His deep understanding of technology, payments, and operational efficiency enables him to support businesses in building high-performing outsourced teams while driving cost efficiencies.
Since launching Teamified, Simon has been a trusted partner for companies looking to expand their onshore operations with a smarter, faster, and more strategic approach to outsourcing.
