DHS Proposes Ending 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN and E Workers
A DHS proposed rule would remove the up-to-60-day grace period after a job ends for H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E and H-1B1 workers. Comments close November 10, 2026.
2 news reports and 2 tracked rule changes across US, Canada.
A DHS proposed rule would remove the up-to-60-day grace period after a job ends for H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E and H-1B1 workers. Comments close November 10, 2026.
A proposed rule would remove the grace period of up to 60 days after a job ends for E, H-1B, H-1B1, L-1, O-1 and TN workers and their dependents. Comments close November 10, 2026, and the current grace period still applies.
From September 9, 2026 to December 31, 2027, eligible work permit holders in Canada can take up to 6 months of training without a study permit.
A temporary measure lets work permit holders take study programs of up to 6 months without applying for a separate study permit. It runs until December 31, 2027.
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