US May Scrap 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Visa Holders

The US Department of Homeland Security is reviewing a proposal to eliminate the 60-day grace period currently granted to foreign workers on H-1B visas. This provision presently allows workers who lose their jobs to remain in the US temporarily while seeking new employment or adjusting their immigration status. If removed, affected workers could be required to leave the country immediately upon losing their jobs. The change would significantly impact Indian professionals, who make up a large share of H-1B visa holders. A final decision has not yet been announced, as the proposal is still under evaluation.