United States 
Canada (EN) 
México 
France 
Deutschland 
United Kingdom 
Employee Stranded Abroad? Navigating U.S. Visa Delays and International Remote Work Risks
Some U.S. employers are facing a complicated situation: a foreign national employee on a work visa, such as an H-1B, travels abroad for what should be a short trip, with the goal of renewing the visa stamp travel document, only to become stranded due to unforeseen visa processing delays. With some consular appointments being rescheduled several months after the original intended return dates, employers are left in a practical “Catch-22.” This article outlines the primary legal risks and strategic options for employers navigating this complex challenge.
