DHS Reveals Details of Axing H-1B Visa Holders' Grace Period
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under President Trump has proposed removing a 60-day grace period that allows some foreign workers, mainly H-1B visa holders, to stay in the U.S. after losing their jobs. Without this grace period, these workers and their families would have to leave immediately unless they find another way to stay legally.Key Facts
- The 60-day grace period lets H-1B and other visa holders remain in the U.S. after job loss to find new employment.
- About 3,795 workers use this grace period annually, mostly H-1B visa holders.
- Over 208,000 spouses and children tied to these workers could also be affected.
- The grace period was established under President Barack Obama.
- DHS says removing the grace period would link visa status directly to current employment.
- DHS believes the rule change supports the goal of making sure foreign workers leave when they no longer qualify for their visas.
- Critics say removing the grace period would force people to leave quickly after job loss, causing hardship.
- The proposal is part of ongoing changes to immigration policies under President Trump’s administration.
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