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Can I work for a US company remotely while abroad on an H-1B visa?
Simple answer is: Yes, H1-B holders can work remotely from a different location, including another country like India. The law permits moving H-1B employees anywhere within “Normal Commuting Distance” of an approved location mentioned within the LCA at the time of filing for the H1-B visa.
How many days can I stay outside USA on H1B?
There is no limit to the amount of time that you can remain outside the US with your H-1B visa. The same for your spouse. Carl Shusterman (former INS Trial Attorney, 1976-82)…
Can I work remotely on H-1B visa?
You can work from home if your H1B petition has your home address listed as the ‘work location’ permanently. You can telecommute occasionally if the home address is not mentioned in the H1B application but your home falls in the same MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) as your office.
Can an H-1B visa holder travel outside the US?
You can travel abroad during your H-1B status. Your trip may be personal (to visit relatives, for example) or professional (to attend a conference or work with colleagues overseas). These recommendations will help ensure that you have a smooth trip.
Can an H1B visa holder travel outside the US?
Can I work remotely while on my H1B visa?
This is true even if you continue working remotely for the US company while you are abroad. The time you spend working abroad does not count toward your 6 year maximum H1b limit.
Can a H-1B visa holder move to another location?
In addition, an amended H-1B petition must be filed with USCIS to include the new location. If the remote work location is for under 60 days in a calendar year, the DOL allows an exception and the employer doesn’t have to file for a new LCA as long as the employer is able to show that the H-1B nonimmigrant maintains ties to the home worksite.
Can an H1B worker work outside the MSA?
Yes, an employer can allow an H1B worker to work outside the MSA location, but there are some requirements to keep in mind. To authorize someone to work outside the MSA location, the employer will have to pay the required wage as per the original LCA for another location. Costs of lodging will have to be dealt with as well by the employer.
What happens to my H1B status if I travel abroad?
Even if you currently have H1b status and have not used up all your H1b time, you are not in H1b status when you travel abroad. This is true even if you continue working remotely for the US company while you are abroad.