Can my employer fire me while my H-1B is pending?

Yes, employers can terminate employment at any time. However:

• If H-1B is approved but not yet started, you may lose the H-1B
• If H-1B is pending, termination may affect the petition
• You have 60-day grace period after H-1B termination to find new job or change status
• New employer can file H-1B transfer

Protection: Review employment contract, understand at-will employment, have backup plans.