Trump administration proposes ending 60-day grace period after job loss for H-1B, other visa holders

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  • USCIS and DHS propose eliminating the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders who lose their jobs, requiring foreign workers to leave immediately.S1
  • The existing rules provide H-1B workers and certain other visa holders with a discretionary grace period of up to 60 days after their employment or qualifying activity ends.S2
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Trump administration proposes ending 60-day grace period after job loss for H-1B, other visa holders

USCIS and DHS propose eliminating the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders who lose their jobs, requiring foreign workers to leave immediately.

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Trump Administration Proposes End To 60-Day Grace Period For H-1B Visa Holders

The existing rules provide H-1B workers and certain other visa holders with a discretionary grace period of up to 60 days after their employment or qualifying activity ends.

Trump administration proposes ending 60-day grace period after job loss for H-1B, other visa holders

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What to know

  • USCIS and DHS propose eliminating the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders who lose their jobs, requiring foreign workers to leave immediately.S1
  • The existing rules provide H-1B workers and certain other visa holders with a discretionary grace period of up to 60 days after their employment or qualifying activity ends.S2
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