On September 11, 2026, DHS published a new rule in the Federal register titled “Eliminating the Discretionary 60-day Grace Period,” with comments due 60 days later, which puts the deadline at November 10, 2026. The short version: if this rule is finalized as drafted, a nonimmigrant worker whose employment ends is out of status and...
DHS Proposes to Eliminate the 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B, L-1, O-1, E and TN Workers
As a result of The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican citizens have the benefit of applying for classification as a TN NAFTA Professional. In order to apply for a TN visa, your position must be listed on the NAFTA list. The list includes Accountants, Engineers, Lawyers, Pharmacists, Scientists and Teachers. For...