If I’m on H1B visa and want to register a small event management company that organizes small parties, am legally allowed to do so?
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If I’m on H1B visa and want to register a small event management company that organizes small parties, am legally allowed to do so?
And how do I register it?
Asked on October 22, 2014 under Immigration Law, California
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Registering a company is ok and even having the company collect revenue. However, you are not authorized to work for the company and derive any income from the company, even as its owner, while you are in H-1B status since your H-1B is employer specific and tied to your current employer.
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