Is it possible to work from India on US payroll?
Is it possible to work from India on US payroll?
Working from India on US payroll is not allowed unless you have some US work visas like H1B or L1 and for a short duration of 1 to 5 months. You have to abide by the work visa rules of the country that you are currently working from.
How can I be eligible to work in the US remotely?
In your case, the only way to become an ’employee’ for a remote job based in the U.S. would include:
- WORK VISA: the company agrees to offer you a work visa opportunity;
- SPONSORSHIP: The company agrees to sponsor you (helping you get the work visa).
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.
Is it worth it for US companies to work in 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.
How will taxes be levied if I work remotely in India?
Originally Answered: I am working remotely in India for a foreign company which is based in Hong Kong. I receive my salary in USD. How will taxes be levied? Remotely working for a foreign employer can create compliance issues under Income Tax Act and FEMA, mostly for the employer.
Can I hire foreign employees as remote workers in the US?
As Part II only applies to residents of a tax country with the U.S.” In Summary: The U.S. Labor Department, the IRS, the SBA, and U.S. Immigration lawyers all say it is legal for a U.S. company (or any U.S. employer) to hire foreigners living outside of the U.S. as remote or telecommute workers.