Social media vetting, which kicked off on 15 December, has resulted in significant delays for H-1B visa holders in India. He had a valid H-1B visa. “When someone gets laid off, they are no longer maintaining H-1B status through that employer,” she said. She noted that USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after termination, or until the I-94 expires—whichever comes first. Second, act quickly, as the 60-day grace period passes faster than expected and does not apply once an individual leaves the US.

Source: Mint January 09, 2026 18:41 UTC