Legal Question in Immigration Law in Florida

I am about to loose my job

I have been in the United States for almost 9 years. I went to college here and had student visa and now I am on H1B visa which will expire this year in September. I am feeling I will get laid off very soon. I want to know if I can still remain in the US and look for a job if I were to loose my current job? How long can I stay? Thank you for your help.


Asked on 3/10/09, 10:46 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Harris Law Offices of Kravitz and Guerra, P.A.

Re: I am about to loose my job

When your job is terminated, you will technically be out of status and will have to depart. Depending on how many years you've had H-1B status, you can re-claim it during a limited time period and return to the U.S. again in H-1B status. There are rights that you have if you are laid off, but I would consider looking for a new specialty position if you are certain of your fears.

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Answered on 3/10/09, 11:07 am


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