H-1B VISAS available for foreign national business owners
H-1B Visas are Now Open for 100% Founder Equity! 🇺🇸
Through the H1B Modernization federal rule, Department of Homeland Security is now allowing foreign nationals to start their own companies with full ownership!
Here’s why this matters:
- Entrepreneurial Freedom: No more choosing between your visa and your startup dreams. You can now wear both hats!
- Full Control: Keep 100% equity in your venture. Your vision, your company, your rules.
- Simplified Path: Bring your skills and determination.
- Family Opportunities: With an approved I-140, your spouse can work too via H-4 EAD.
🔑 Key Criteria for H-1B Founder Success:
- Establish a bona fide U.S. entity with a 36-month business roadmap
- Ensure your compensation aligns with industry standards for your position
- Demonstrate a clear connection between your academic background and startup role
🔍 The Not-So-Fine Print:
- Prove financial sustainability: Show capacity to maintain your salary for a minimum 18-36 month horizon
- Implement a governance structure: Create a mechanism for potential self-termination (counterintuitive, but necessary!)
- Navigate the H-1B selection process: Your petition still faces the annual cap and lottery
💼 Investment Breakdown:
- Business Formation: $450-$750 (varies by state and structure)
- H-1B Petition: $2,010-$3,380 (includes base fee and anti-fraud fee)
- Premium Processing: $2,805 (optional, but recommended for time-sensitive cases)
- Legal Expertise: $5,000-$10,000 (depends on complexity and the law firm)
Remember: This is a simplified overview. Each case is unique, so schedule a strategy session with one of our experienced immigration attorney to discuss your immigration history and your company.
This is a new significant opportunity, but navigate carefully. Consult an immigration attorney to ensure you’re on the right track.
Have you considered starting a business on your H-1B, do you know people who are interested in starting their company while on H-1B?
Registration starts early March of every year. This only happens one time a year. Do not miss this limited time opportunity, literally.
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