Can I work for a US company without a visa?

There is no general work visa for the United States of America. However, companies or their foreign employees who wish to work in the United States can obtain a variety of U.S. work visas. If you want to live and work in the United States of America permanently, you must apply for an immigrant visa (Green Card).

Can I live in Canada and work remotely for a US company?

First things first: can a Canadian legally work for a US company? Yes, they can. To legally live and work in the US, Canadians must obtain a work visa unless they have dual citizenship with both countries. There is one nuance here: if you work remotely, you do not need a work visa to work in the US.

Can you work on a non immigrant visa?

If you wish to work in the United States for a temporary period you will require a nonimmigrant work visa. You cannot work on a visitor or business visa, or under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP).

Can non-citizens work in the US?

Non-U.S. citizens can permanently live and work in the U.S. by applying to be a lawful permanent resident and obtaining a Green Card. Lawful permanent residents are entitled to limited rights and benefits as compared to U.S. citizens.

Can non-U.S. citizens work on federal contracts?

In general, you must be a U.S. citizen or national (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) to work for the Federal Government, but there are some exceptions.

Can a non US citizen work in the US without citizenship?

A foreign individual who is neither a United States citizen nor a legal permanent resident may wish to work in the U.S. To work here, you need an employment authorization document and to meet the requirements imposed by your visa and immigration status.

Can a foreign worker work in the US without a work permit?

You should know that U.S. employers are not allowed to hire foreign workers who are not authorized to work in the U.S. Most companies ask for a work permit. If you have questions or problems securing a work permit, an immigration attorney may be able to help you in many ways:

Do you need a work visa to work in the USA?

Well if your already in the USA as a legitimate citizen or legal permanent resident then no you won’t need a visa/ work permit. Yes you do require a work visa to be able to legally work in the USA.

Can a non US citizen work in the US with EAD?

Even if you are not a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you may still be able to work in the U.S. By gaining a work permit, or an Employment Authorization Document (“EAD”), you become eligible to work in the U.S. for a certain period of time, so long as you fall within a certain category of persons.