Department of Homeland Security Considers Policy Change That Would Prevent H-1B Extensions
Published on January 4, 2018 Recent news reports have indicated that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is considering a major policy change that would prevent H-1B visa extensions for foreign workers who are waiting for green cards due to per-country limits. Under current immigration regulations, individuals are eligible for a maximum six-year period of H-1B status. However, under the American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act (AC21), DHS may grant an extension of H-1B status to an individual who