What happens if my H-1B visa is denied?

You can sometimes appeal or file a motion to reopen if you believe USCIS made an error.

Many people choose to reapply the following year with stronger documentation.

If denial comes while you’re still employed abroad, your company may explore other visa categories like L-1.

If your H-1B is denied, you must stop working immediately and either appeal, refile, change status, or leave the U.S. depending on your situation.

If your H-1B is denied, you can’t work in the U.S. and must either appeal, reapply, change status,