Please see the topics that will be covered in this workshop:

• Part 1: Entrepreneurial Activities while on F-1 Student Status
  • What F-1 students can and cannot do when starting a business
  • Navigating Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) while launching your business
  • Avoiding common pitfalls that may affect your int’l student status and eligibility for future immigration benefits
• Part 2: Beyond F-1: Immigration Pathways for Entrepreneurs
  • Visa options for staying in the U.S. as an entrepreneur, including H-1B, O-1, and E visas
  • Long-term solutions: EB-1 and National Interest Waivers (NIW) for entrepreneurs
  • Insights on how to position yourself for permanent residency while building your business