Layoff while on an H-1B visa - what if I cannot find a job in 60 days?

1 year ago By Chief Editor

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I am on H1B VISA and was notified that my employment will end on January 20th. I am actively seeking new job opportunities. Can you please let me know what happens if I am still interviewing after 60 days and become out of status?
Do I have any other options to change my VISA status before/after my employment is terminated and I fail to secure a job before the 60-day period is over?
Does my VISA become invalid after the 60 days or can I still find a job and reactivate it if I get an offer after the 60-days?

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You file for B-1 B-2 and you can do it online. You do not go out of status. Do it within 60 days.
No, it does not.
Talk to your lawyers. I think applying for tourist status is probably a good strategy.

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