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US proposes ending 60-day grace period for H-1B workers after job loss
Published 8 August 2026 ยท world
A US government proposal could eliminate the current 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders. Affected workers might need to depart the United States immediately
A US government proposal could eliminate the current 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders. Affected workers might need to depart the United States immediately after job termination.
They generally cannot change immigration status or employers within the country. This rule change applies to several temporary worker visa categories and their dependents. The
proposal is currently under federal review and public comment.