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H-1B to B2 to H-1B: Manager Shares Visa Success Story After Layoff

A former FAANG Data Science Manager’s viral Reddit post details a successful visa journey from H-1B layoff to B2 status and back to H-1B, offering hope to thousands navigating US immigration challenges.

Key Takeaways

  • Laid off in May 2025, the manager applied for B2 status on the 59th day of the grace period
  • Received job offers on days 79 and 82 post-layoff
  • Successfully navigated an RFE and secured H-1B, H4, and EAD approvals
  • Emphasized documentation and legal guidance as key to success

Navigating the 60-Day Grace Period

The Data Science Manager was laid off from a FAANG company in the second week of May 2025. “I made it to final round of 3 companies but could not get the decision before the end of 60 day grace period,” they shared. With time running out, they applied for B2 Change of Status online on the 59th day post-layoff, creating separate USCIS accounts for themselves and their spouse.

H-1B Approval After RFE Challenge

The professional received two job offers on the 79th and 82nd days after layoff. After accepting an offer, their employer’s counsel initiated the B2 to H-1B Change of Status process. Following a three-week documentation and LCA certification period, the applications for H-1B, H4, and EAD were filed under premium processing.

They encountered a Request for Evidence concerning status maintenance. “The RFE was stressful, but having everything documented (pay stubs, I-94s, you name it) made the difference,” the manager noted. Within one week of responding to the RFE, all petitions were approved as change of status, with B2 applications receiving approval a day earlier.

Wider Impact and Lessons

The detailed account has resonated deeply with professionals facing similar immigration hurdles. The post highlights the critical importance of maintaining proper documentation, seeking legal assistance, and exercising patience throughout complex U.S. immigration processes.

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