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H-1B Max-Out Date Calculator

Estimate an H-1B max-out date from a start date, editable max-stay threshold, prior used days, and recapture days.

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Estimated H-1B Max-Out Date
Modeled Remaining Days2,190
Base Date Before Recapture2030-09-30

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Assumptions

  • The max-stay threshold is entered as days and defaults to a simple six-year approximation.
  • Recapture days are entered by the user and are not validated against travel records.
  • This is a planning estimate only, not legal advice, not an official immigration, travel, school DSO, USCIS, CBP, consulate, employer, or government determination.

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Max-Stay Threshold -10%: Estimated H-1B Max-Out Date 2030-02-23

Max-Stay Threshold Current: Estimated H-1B Max-Out Date 2030-09-30

Max-Stay Threshold +10%: Estimated H-1B Max-Out Date 2031-05-07

Formula: Modeled remaining days = max-stay threshold - prior H-1B days used + recapture days. Estimated max-out date = H-1B clock start date + modeled remaining days.

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About this H-1B Max-Out Date Calculator

This tool estimates an H-1B max-out date from a selected H-1B clock start date, a max-stay threshold, prior H-1B days used, and recapture days. This is a planning estimate only, not legal advice, not an official immigration, travel, school DSO, USCIS, CBP, consulate, employer, or government determination.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter the date you want to use as the H-1B clock start.
  2. Enter the max-stay day threshold you want modeled.
  3. Enter prior H-1B days used and any recapture days you want included.

Key assumptions

  • The max-stay threshold is entered as days and defaults to a simple six-year approximation.
  • Recapture days are entered by the user and are not validated against travel records.
  • This is a planning estimate only, not legal advice, not an official immigration, travel, school DSO, USCIS, CBP, consulate, employer, or government determination.

Accuracy and testing

Review formula sources, default test cases, assumptions, unit handling, rounding rules, and changelog for this calculator.

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How this calculator works

The calculator subtracts prior used days from the max-stay threshold, adds recapture days, and adds that remaining day count to the entered H-1B start date.
Modeled remaining days = max-stay threshold - prior H-1B days used + recapture days. Estimated max-out date = H-1B clock start date + modeled remaining days.

Inputs explained

H-1B clock start date

The date from which this planning model begins adding remaining H-1B time.

Max-stay threshold

Editable day threshold for the modeled maximum stay. The default is 2,190 days as a simple six-year planning approximation.

Prior used and recapture days

Prior used days reduce remaining time. Recapture days increase remaining time if you choose to model them.

Understanding your results

The primary result is an estimated max-out date under the assumptions entered. Treat it as a worksheet date for review, not as a USCIS or employer determination.

Example scenarios

Recapture planning example

A 2024-10-01 clock start with a 2,190-day threshold, 0 prior used days, and 45 recapture days estimates a max-out date 2,235 days after the start date.

Key Features

  • Instant Calculation
  • Private & Secure
  • Mobile Optimized

Things to Keep in Mind

This calculator does not evaluate AC21 extensions, PERM or I-140 status, cap exemptions, consular processing, change of status, petition validity, unlawful presence, or any USCIS decision.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Reconcile travel history before relying on recapture assumptions.
  • Compare the estimate against I-797 validity dates, I-94 records, employer counsel notes, and official filing strategy.
  • Inputs are processed locally in your browser and are not stored by Calwarden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this legal or immigration advice?
This is a planning estimate only, not legal advice, not an official immigration, travel, school DSO, USCIS, CBP, consulate, employer, or government determination. Confirm your situation with the official rule, a qualified immigration professional, your school DSO, employer counsel, or the relevant agency.
Does Calwarden store my immigration or travel dates?
No. Inputs are processed locally in your browser and are not stored by Calwarden.
Can the official counting rule differ from this estimate?
Yes. Official counting may depend on status type, country rules, document language, agency guidance, travel records, school records, petitions, exceptions, and policy changes.