H-1B Renewal Deadline Calculator
Enter your H-1B expiry date to get a personalized renewal timeline — with every key milestone, how many days you have, and how urgent each step is.
Select your H-1B expiry date above to see your renewal timeline.
How it works
H-1B renewals are not automatic. Your employer must file a brand-new petition with USCIS, supported by an updated Labor Condition Application and evidence of the job and wage. Because that requires attorney coordination and employer sign-off, the smart move is to start planning roughly 18 months before your current status expires.
This calculator works backward from your expiry date to place the key milestones on a calendar: begin your attorney search at 18 months, brief your employer's HR team at 15 months, start gathering documents at 12 months, and file as soon as the six-month window opens. Filing early in that window maximizes the chance USCIS decides your case before your I-94 expires — and preserves your ability to travel.
Each milestone is color-coded by urgency so you can see at a glance what needs attention now versus what can be planned for later. Anything already past its date is flagged as overdue — a signal to move quickly, possibly with premium processing to guarantee a 15-business-day decision.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start my H-1B renewal?
Begin planning about 18 months before your H-1B expires. That is when you should confirm your expiry date and raise renewal with your employer. Formal attorney engagement usually happens 12–15 months out, with filing in the six-month window before expiry.
How early can my employer file the extension?
USCIS accepts H-1B extension petitions up to six months before your current status expires. Filing as early as possible in that window maximizes the chance of a decision before your I-94 expires and preserves your ability to travel.
Is this calculator legal advice?
No. This tool provides general timing guidance based on common H-1B renewal practice. Your situation may differ. Always consult a licensed immigration attorney about your specific case.
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