If I’m an Indian currently residing in the US on an H4 visa, how can I start a small business(like a restaurant?

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If I’m an Indian currently residing in the US on an H4 visa, how can I start a small business(like a restaurant?

Can I or my spouse (who is in H1B) own the restaurant? I understand I cannot work in that business, so should I employ all other resources from US who are citizens or GC holders? If I need to employ someone from India what should I do? I understand that I cannot earn from the firm. I would like to reinvest 50% of profit into the business itself and the remaining 50% I wish to donate to a charitable organization in US or India. Is it legal? Can I do this?

Asked on August 5, 2013 under Immigration Law, Illinois

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Tricia Dwyer / Tricia Dwyer Esq & Associates PLLC

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

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