Can I renew my passport in Brazil even with an H-1B?

Yes. Renewing your passport while holding an H-1B does not invalidate the visa or affect your status. The H-1B is tied to your work authorization in the United States, not to the physical passport document, so replacing your passport with a new one is a routine procedure.

The practical point to keep in mind is the visa stamp. If it is in the expired or replaced passport, the visa remains valid but stays in the old document. In that case, the standard guidance is straightforward:

• Renew your passport through your country’s official channels as usual.
• When traveling to the United States, carry both passports: the new one and the one containing the H-1B visa stamp.
• Keep your documents organized and consistent with the information in your petition.

Since specific situations may have their own details, it is worth checking the official guidance and, if you have any doubts about travel or documentation, speaking with a specialist before you depart.

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