Understanding H1B Visa Status: Do You Need to Re-enter the H1B Lottery after Job Loss?
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Understanding H1B Visa Status: Do You Need to Re-enter the H1B Lottery after Job Loss?

The dynamics of H1B visa status can be complex, especially if you find yourself jobless. Being a CAP subject H1B visa holder means you’ve previously secured your status through the H1B lottery. However, the question arises: after losing your job, do you need to revisit the H1B lottery for new employment?

Navigating the Grace Period and Legal Status after Losing Your H1B Visa-Sponsored Job
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Navigating the Grace Period and Legal Status after Losing Your H1B Visa-Sponsored Job

Depending on the circumstances, an H1B Visa holder that loses their employment or fails to renew before it expires might be eligible for a grace period allowing them to remain in the US while they take action to preserve their legal status. But there are a lot of rules to consider, and breaking the rules could mean “unlawful presence.” We discuss being laid off or fired while on an H1B visa and what to do here.