hari4basis Posted April 5, 2020 Report Share Posted April 5, 2020 I’m a H-1B employee laid off due to shut down amidst the covid uncertainty. My last day with employer was 3rd Apr 20 and my I-94 is valid until Mar 2022. I understand I have a 60 day window to find my next job which is proving difficult in these uncertain times. My questions are, 1)My spouse is on H-4 and is working on H4-EAD. Can my spouse work on H4-EAD while I am in grace period? If yes,How long can she work? 2)If I cannot find the job within the grace period, Can I still continue to stay in the country even though my current I-94 is still valid? I really appreciate your inputs and looking for options during these difficult times. I know these are not legal advices. Thanks, Quote Link to comment
adshah84 Posted April 6, 2020 Report Share Posted April 6, 2020 1) She can continue to work for 60 days(Your grace period) 2) No you can not. You will be out of status. Quote Link to comment
gopalakrishnach Posted April 6, 2020 Report Share Posted April 6, 2020 1. I guess yes and I feel 60 days. I maybe wrong.. 2. I guess yes. I guess till 240 days or I94 expiry which ever comes first. If you cannot apply for H1B try to apply for B2... Quote Link to comment
User099 Posted April 7, 2020 Report Share Posted April 7, 2020 On 4/5/2020 at 6:27 PM, hari4basis said: I’m a H-1B employee laid off due to shut down amidst the covid uncertainty. My last day with employer was 3rd Apr 20 and my I-94 is valid until Mar 2022. I understand I have a 60 day window to find my next job which is proving difficult in these uncertain times. My questions are, 1)My spouse is on H-4 and is working on H4-EAD. Can my spouse work on H4-EAD while I am in grace period? If yes,How long can she work? 2)If I cannot find the job within the grace period, Can I still continue to stay in the country even though my current I-94 is still valid? I really appreciate your inputs and looking for options during these difficult times. I know these are not legal advices. Thanks, 1. Yes, 60 days. 2. No, you will need to leave or file for an other visa status within the grace period. Quote Link to comment
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