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I am a software engineer on an H1B visa. On weekends, I work as a DJ as a side gig, mostly for fun and unpaid, but occasionally paid. Is this permitted?

31 Mar 2026
Posted at 08:49h in FAQs, For Individuals, H1B, Worker by

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This work likely would constitute unauthorized employment, even when you are not getting paid. (31.Mar.2026)

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