Latest end of the H-1B grace period (conservative reading)
MondayDecember 7, 2026
Last day paid for work: Friday, October 9, 2026. Up to 60 days, counted conservatively; earlier if the I-94 or petition ends first.
- Last day of employmentOct 9, 2026day 0
- Grace period ends at the latestDec 7, 2026+59 days
- USCIS archived guidance: day 60 (context)Dec 8, 2026+60 days