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Can an employee on an H visa that has expired continue to work while the application for an extension is pending?

April 26, 2017application Continue employee expired extension Visa

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Can an employee on an H visa that has expired continue to work while the application for an extension is pending?

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If it is a routine extension, no change in employer or job duties, and the application is filed before the visa has expired, the 240 day rule applies. This means that the employee may continue to work for 240 days without penalty, unless the extension is denied.