Remote Work Considerations for Temporary Visa Holders – Compliance Issues

​Remote work has changed the way we think about jobs. But if you're in the U.S. on a temporary visa, it’s not as simple as just logging in from anywhere.  Whether you're working from your apartment, across state lines, or even internationally, it’s not always clear what’s allowed under your visa terms. 

​If you're on a temporary visa like F-1, OPT, CPT, H-1B, or another nonimmigrant status, what you don't know about remote work compliance can hurt you. That’s why we’re bringing in attorney Funmi Oke, Esq. to break it all down in plain language. 

​In this session, you’ll learn how to protect your legal status while navigating the flexibility of remote work. We’ll talk about what’s okay, what’s risky, and what you absolutely need to avoid. 

​What we’ll cover: 

• ​What types of remote work are allowed under different temporary visa categories 

• ​How USCIS and the Department of Labor view remote and hybrid arrangements 

• ​Common mistakes that can lead to unintentional status violations 

• ​How to document remote work correctly to avoid red flags 

• ​How employers can stay compliant when hiring remote visa holders