U.S. proposes new rule to scrap 60-day grace period for H-1B workers after job loss

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If the rule is finalised, foreign workers facing job loss before the expiry of their visas would need to leave the United States immediately, unless they have separate authorisation to remain…

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  • Reported by The Hindu and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:06:23 UTC.

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