DHS Proposes Eliminating 60-Day Grace Period for Certain Work Visas
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period for certain work visa holders, which would require them to depart or change status more quickly upon job loss. The proposal affects H-1B and other employment-based visa categories, potentially increasing compliance burdens and reducing flexibility for foreign workers. The rule is in proposal stage; timeline and final scope remain uncertain.
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DHS Proposes Eliminating 60-Day Grace Period for Certain Work Visas
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period for certain work visa holders, including H-1B, requiring quicker departure or status change upon job loss. This proposal is currently in the drafting or proposal stage, with its final scope and implementation timeline remaining uncertain. Confidence in the existence of this proposal is Medium.