If a foreign entrepreneur is applying for YC, What type of visa, should He/She apply with the consulate?<p>If the founders are called for an interview, can they use tourist visa, or is it considered as a business trip?<p>If founders are accepted into the program, what type of visa should they get, for the 3 month period in the valley?<p>Founders who had been through, this process, please tell your experiences.<p>Thanks.
You can try for an h1b if you're incorporated in the US and have a board. This is pretty new so ask an immigration attorney for help, more here:
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I think it would be best to come on a Visa Waiver or maybe even a B visa.<p>You could go for the E2 with about $100,000 in investment.<p>So Waiver the YC and then E2 when you get investment. Or B visa and change status once you have funding.<p>Best talking to a lawyer though I think.<p>Best of luck!!!