Can H-1 file for unemployment?

[Jhunki]

Hi,
Can a person on an H-1, who got recenlty laid off, file for unemployment or is this law/condition pertaining to Green Card holders only?
An answer will be much appreciated!

 

[jaxen]

No U cannot file

Unemployment benefits for non immigrant visas are possible only if you have bought the insurance. To get benefits -federal aid, U have to be atleast a GC holder.

 

[kidsdoc]

Donot do this mistake IRS can inform INS and u can be considered out of stauts
I am not a lawyer just my views