Legal Question in Immigration Law in Massachusetts

F-1 visa student and non-profit organization

As an international student with F-1 Visa, am I eligable to start my own non-profit organization? If I can't is it okay to ''start'' it in a different country and still actively work it in the States?


Asked on 5/09/09, 4:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Daniel Hanlon Hanlon Law Group, P.C.

Re: F-1 visa student and non-profit organization

Dear Inquirer:

As an F-1 student, you are not eligible to WORK in the US, which is generally defined as performing services for another person for pay. What you are proposing impinges on somewhat of a "gray" area, so I would recommend that you consult with an attorney before formally embarking on your plans.

Please email us at [email protected] or visit www.hanlonlawgroup.com if you would like to schedule a confidential consultation to discuss this matter further.

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Answered on 5/12/09, 6:59 pm
Daniel Hanlon Hanlon Law Group, P.C.

Re: F-1 visa student and non-profit organization

Dear Inquirer:

As an F-1 student, you are not eligible to WORK in the US, which is generally defined as performing services for another person for pay. What you are proposing impinges on somewhat of a "gray" area, so I would recommend that you consult with an attorney before formally embarking on your plans.

Please email us at [email protected] or visit www.hanlonlawgroup.com if you would like to schedule a confidential consultation to discuss this matter further.

Read more
Answered on 5/12/09, 8:04 pm


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