What options are there if you lose your job and you have an H-1B visa?

 

Losing your job while on an H-1B visa can be stressful, but there are options to stay in the United States. Here's a breakdown:

1. The 60-Day Grace Period:

• You have a 60-day grace period from the date of termination to either find a new H-1B sponsor, change your visa status, or leave the U.S.
• This grace period is a one-time benefit per H-1B validity period.

2. Finding a New H1B Sponsor:

• H-1B Portability: You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer without being subject to the H-1B cap (the annual limit on new H-1B visas).

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