New Delhi, Jan. 11 -- Have you been laid off by a company in the US while still on an H-1B visa, and don't know what to do next? Here, we provide some suggestions, based on US law and AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini.

We asked ChatGPT and Gemini one question: "What should I do in 2026 if I have been laid off while on an H-1B visa in the US?" In answer, the tool provided a "clear, practical action plan to protect your status and options." Here's what they said.

The most important thing after a layoff is to utilise your 60-day grace period.

You have up to 60 days (or until your I-94 expiry, whichever is earlier) from your last working day, ChatGPT stated. One can use this time to:

> Find a new employer

> File a change of status

> P...