Does H-1B allow full-time remote work in another state?

It depends on what has been approved. The H-1B is tied to the worksite declared by the employer in the petition and in the LCA (Labor Condition Application). Working remotely from another state on a permanent basis is not automatic: it must be covered by what was approved.

This is because the LCA binds conditions to the location where the work is performed. A permanent move to a state different from the one listed in the petition may require an amended petition, precisely so that the new location comes into compliance.

Many companies allow remote work, but the decision is not just a matter of internal policy: any significant change of worksite must be evaluated in light of the LCA and, when applicable, formally reported to the authorities. Working from another state without taking these steps can jeopardize the regularity of your status.

• Check which worksite appears in your petition and LCA.
• A permanent move to another state may require an amended petition.
• Treat your company’s remote-work policy and visa rules as separate matters.

Because the assessment depends on the specifics of each case, it is worth consulting with your employer and an immigration specialist before relocating and confirming the current rules with the official source (USCIS).

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