If you are not selected for the H-1B and do not have backup options, you must leave the U.S. by a specific date. Overstaying will result in visa revocation and a ban on reentry.
Although many people want to work in the U.S., the consequences of overstaying are severe. If there are no immediate solutions, it is better to leave and then find a way to return.
Departure Timeline
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F-1 Students(during OPT): Leave the U.S. within 60 days after OPT expires.
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Other Non-Immigrant Visas: Leave before the end of the current visa's authorized stay period (such as the 60-day H-1B grace period).
Consequences of Overstaying
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Visa Cancellation: Overstaying may result in the automatic revocation of your current visa.
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Ban on Reentry: Depending on the length of the overstay, you could be banned from reentering the U.S. for a certain period. Overstays between 180 days and one year may lead to a 3-year ban, while overstays of more than one year could result in a 10-year ban. Attempting to reenter during the ban period can result in a permanent ban from the U.S.
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Impact on Future Visa Applications: Overstaying will leave a negative mark on your immigration record, affecting future U.S. visa applications and status changes.
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Detention and Deportation: Those who overstay may be detained and deported by the U.S. government.