What are the Limitations of the H-1B Visa?Most visas, whether for employment, business or tourism purposes, have some specific limitations. The main limitation of an H-1B status visa is that it is temporary and may only be approved to begin with for up to 3 years. It may be renewed after the three years is up for a further three years. After having stayed six years in the US on an H-1B status visa, the person has to leave the country for no less than one year before H-1B status can occur again.
There are situations where extensions beyond the six year limit can be approved, which include:
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