Trump administration proposes to end US H-1B 60-day grace period
Key points
- DHS published the proposed rule on September 11
- Would remove the 60-day grace period provision
- Still a proposal; not yet in effect
The Trump administration proposes to end the US H-1B visa 60-day grace period, NewsBytes reported. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the proposed rule on September 11. It seeks to remove the provision that allows certain foreign workers up to 60 days after losing their jobs to secure new employment, change their immigration status or prepare to leave the country. The rule is still proposed and has not taken effect. For reference only; not legal advice.
What employers should do
- Review post-termination transition arrangements for H-1B employees and adjust offboarding processes as needed
- Monitor the proposed rule's comment period and any final rule
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- Federal
- Status
- Proposed rule
- Effective date
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- Official source
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