Can I work remotely for my employer abroad while visiting United States?

The official source doesn't say. (Visitor visa (B-1 business, B-2 tourism); source: travel.state.gov)

Can I work in United States as a visitor?

No. Listed among purposes not permitted on visitor visas; so are paid performances. (Visitor visa (B-1 business, B-2 tourism); source: travel.state.gov)

Can I attend business meetings in United States as a visitor?

Yes. (Visitor visa (B-1 business, B-2 tourism); source: travel.state.gov)

Can I study in United States as a visitor?

Yes, within a limit. Study for credit is not permitted. (Visitor visa (B-1 business, B-2 tourism); source: travel.state.gov)

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What you can do on a visit to the United States

On a Visitor visa (B-1 business, B-2 tourism), you can come for: holiday, visit family, business meetings, conference, sign a contract and medical treatment. Tap any line to see the official source.

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Who it's for: Visa holders

You can

Tourism and holidays
Vacation (holiday)travel.state.gov ↗
Visiting family or friends
Visit with friends or relativestravel.state.gov ↗
Business meetings
Consult with business associatestravel.state.gov ↗
Conferences and trade fairs
Attend a scientific, educational, professional, or business convention or conferencetravel.state.gov ↗
Negotiating or signing contracts
Negotiate a contracttravel.state.gov ↗
Medical treatment
Medical treatmenttravel.state.gov ↗

You can't

Paid work in the country
Listed among purposes not permitted on visitor visas; so are paid performances.
Employmenttravel.state.gov ↗

Check first

Remote work for an employer abroadThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Short study or coursesWithin a limit
Study for credit is not permitted.
Enrollment in a short recreational course of study, not for credit toward a degreetravel.state.gov ↗
VolunteeringThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

Official sources (1)

Visitor Visa (U.S. Department of State); read via the Internet Archive copy of 2 Jun 2024 because the live page blocks automated reading. Checked 17 October 2026, page dated 2 June 2024.

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Not legal advice. Short visits only. Rules change without notice and the border officer decides; confirm with the official source before you travel. Page built 2026-10-19.