| 1. |
|
| 2. |
|
| 3. |
|
Ratings. Guidance. The Right Lawyer.
With a B2 Visa ( visitor visa) is it legal to do an unpaid internship?is it legal to volunteer?
Washington, DC
Viewed 41 times.
Posted about 1 month ago in Immigration
Flag as objectionable
was wandering whether I am allowed to work unpaid, volunteer unpaid or intern unpaid with a visitor's permit in the US or if I need a visa in order to do so.
Answers (2)
Elaine Martin
This attorney is licensed in Texas.
Posted about 1 month ago.
Flag as objectionable
You could not do an unpaid internship if it benefits your career. This is considered as you receiving a benefit from the 'work", even though it's not financial benefit. You could volunteer at, for example, a homeless shelter or animal rescue.
Maria Fuster Glinsmann
This attorney is licensed in Dist. of Columbia and 1 other state.
Posted about 1 month ago.
Flag as objectionable
The USCIS is generally intolerant of "volunteering" since it could be considered "gainful employment". Generally, a good rule of thumb is that you can volunteer for a religious and/or not-for-profit organization provided it is not the primary purpose of your trip. Providing volunteer services for a for-profit entity is a "no-no". Finally, if you will be uncomfortable disclosing your internship/volunteer services on your next application, then you shouldn't do it.
|
