Can I work on a B1/B2 visa?
B1/B2 Visa
January 01, 2026
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Answer
No, you cannot work on a B1/B2 visa. Working (even unpaid internships) violates your visa status.
What is considered "work":
- Any employment (paid or unpaid)
- Running a business
- Providing services
- Volunteer work that would normally be paid
Allowed activities:
- Business meetings and conferences
- Attending training (if not productive work)
- Tourism and sightseeing
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