Starting Business On H 4

Summary

H-4 visa holders cannot work or start a business without an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). Self-sponsorship for an O-1 visa is rare, as it is for individuals with extraordinary abilities. The EB-5 visa requires a substantial investment and is suitable for investors. Consider consulting an immigration attorney to explore your options for starting a business and obtaining a suitable visa.

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I want to start a startup and work for it in an unpaid position and just raise funding for it, and eventually sell kt
Starting a startup while on an H-* visa can be challenging, especially given your age and visa restrictions. Here are some key points to consider:
- H-* Visa: You need an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to work legally in the U.S.
- O-* Visa: Typically for individuals with extraordinary abilities, self-sponsorship is rare.
- EB-* Visa: Requires substantial investment, suitable for investors.
Have you considered consulting an immigration attorney to explore your options further or any specific aspect of starting and running your startup?