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Ask HN: Transitioning to freelancing after H1B

1 pointsby seigeover 8 years ago
Happy Thanksgiving HN!<p>Has anyone ever managed to transition to freelancing and still legally staying&#x2F;living in US after working on H1B as a full time employee?<p>Most immigrants are unfortunately locked in full-time employment due to H1-B. I was wondering if someone has managed to transition to a freelancing role.

3 comments

rosskerwinover 8 years ago
I am on H1-B. Can I work full time with my current employer and freelance when I have freetime during the weekend for small local community projects. They can pay on 1099G. I was wondering if anyone has an idea if that is legal to work on 1099
gregjorover 8 years ago
Freelancing is work, so you need a visa that allows you to stay in the US and work there. Tourist visas don&#x27;t allow any kind of employment.
brudgersover 8 years ago
I&#x27;d recommend hiring an immigration attorney. Options will almost certainly vary in individual cases.