Can you work online with an Indian Tourist Visa?

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I'm from the United States, and I'm planning on going to India for a few months of tourism. During that time, however, I would like to continue working for my U.S.-based company by just working online on my laptop. I'm a software developer.

Is this allowed with a Tourist Visa?






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Can you work online on a tourist visa?

Tourist visas do not allow you to work as employed in the issuing country. But, they do not prohibit you from doing your 'home' work while on vacation. So anyone from anywhere who is working on their laptop or smartphone while on short or long vacation is not under any penalty.

Can you get a job while on a tourist visa?

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.

Can foreigners work remotely in India?

While several countries have begun experimenfing with remote work visas, India has not explored this opfion yet. If the foreign nafional already has an exisfing and valid business visa, then he/she may work remotely for the foreign company in India.

What happens if you work with a tourist visa?

The visa would likely be revoked. There may also be a charge of immigration fraud that would require waiver in any future visa application. Finally, anyone without legal status is subject to deportation.



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