Can I work remotely for US company from India?

Yes of course. US companies can take advantage of the new norm of working remotely to engage top talent especially in Tech in India to work for them. This will reduce the cost for the US companies by around 30-40\% and get top tier talent in return with experience working with the best of firms.

Does remote job require visa?

Simply put, no. Remote work is a legitimate way to work and it’s been on the rise over the past few years, especially since the pandemic started. You work remotely for a company in your own country, or be hired by a foreign employer but work from your home country.

Can I work remotely from India on US payroll?

You can work remotely from India if you are outside the USA waiting for your US visa as long as your employer is fine with it. For example, In the case of the Coronavirus pandemic, the US embassy had canceled all visa appointments and many people were stuck in India. They were able to work from India.

Can I work for a US company remotely without a work visa?

If you are not a US citizen (which is the case I presume from your question), then you can work for US company remotely without needing a work visa. However, you may not be on that company’s payroll nor your payments be made to a US bank account. The best way in this scenario AFAIK is to use a platform like UpWork.

Can I work in India if I work from USA?

If you work in the USA remotely for a company in INDIA and you are working from home and are not earning or making money for the US, then YES you can work. Make sure your account in INDIA is being credited the money for your work and you are paying taxes in INDIA. Take care and have a lovely day !!!

Can an employer pay remote employees in India in USD?

No, employers cannot pay remote employees in India in USD. An Indian employee performing work in India for a US company should be paid in INR in India. If you send them USD, it will get converted into INR because there are strict controls on Indian nationals holding foreign currency accounts in India.

Can I work remotely as a contractor in the US?

Yes. You can work remotely for a US company as a contractor and negotiate to have them pay you a US-based income. You don’t need a work visa to work remotely as a contractor, only as a full-time employee (referred to as a W2 employee in the US).