Can I do self employment work on B1/B2? [duplicate]

I know this question is very common and I know mostly the answer is a hard NO. But I think my case is special in a way. I would like to come to the USA to do handyman work basically. Therefore I will not be taking away any jobs from US citizens, and I will not be paid from a employer but from my own clients that I find. Handyman isn't required to have any kind of certification in California, only think he needs to follow is that no job can be more then 500$ which that isn't a problem for what I have in mind. And he/she needs to pay taxes which I was thinking to apply for ITIN to pay my taxes, I have got friend in the US who could help me with that. So I guess the question is can I be self-employed handyman in the USA on B1/B2 visa ? I apreciace all answers thank you.

Best Answer

When you are self-employed, you are both the employer and the employee. Since it is illegal for an employer to employ someone for work in the US who doesn't have work authorization, I think it follows that it is illegal for you (as the employer) to employ yourself (as an employee) for work in the US if you don't have work authorization.

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Can you work on a B1 B2?

An individual on a visitor visa (B1/B2) is not permitted to accept employment or work in the United States. There is no guarantee you will be issued a visa. Do not make final travel plans or buy tickets until you have a visa. A valid U.S. visa in an expired passport is still valid.

Can B2 visa be extended twice?

\u201cB1 and B2 visas are usually issued for a term of 10 years. Each visit may last up to six months, although some categories of visitors may apply to extend their visit for an additional 6 months.

Can B1 B2 visa be used for business as well as tourist visit?

While a US B1 visa is solely used for business travel, the B1/B2 visa can be used for both business as well as for tourism and leisure purposes. The B1/B2 visa is also called B2 visa or US Visitor visa.

Can you get a job with a B1 visa?

Since you are not authorized to work in the U.S. while on B-1 or B-2 status, you must change your status to one that allows you to work in the United States.

B1 Visa Requirements: The 4 You Should Know

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