If I have a B1/B2 visa multiple entries/5 years, can I work for my non-U.S. company casually/remotely while in U.S. for a year?

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If I have a B1/B2 visa multiple entries/5 years, can I work for my non-U.S. company casually/remotely while in U.S. for a year?

I can show proof of funds to support myself for the whole year regardless but
would like to keep working for my Australian company a couple of days per
week casually. I would still be paying tax in Australia and be paid in Australian
currency under my current contract. I plan to travel around U.S. with my family in
an RV and work remotely to assist the cost. Would I just need a letter from my
employer stating while I am visiting the U.S. for the primary purpose of leisure, I
will however be continuing to do some casual ‘home’ work under my current
contract, for my non-U.S. employer remotely? Does Uncle Sam have a problem
with me not paying tax in U.S. or this arrangement? Will I be pulled up by US
Immigration at border and is my company at any risk by doing this?

Asked on January 13, 2017 under Immigration Law, Alaska

Answers:

SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

YOu are not going to be admitted to the US in B-1/B-2 status for a year.  6 months is the maximum period of authorized stay and even that is discretionary with the port of entry officer, based on the interview conducted at the time of entry as to what the purpose of your entry is.  B-1/B-2 is for vacation , tourist type of travel and it is not likely that you will be granted the entire 6 months stay for such reasons.


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