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Dear Sophie: How do I successfully expand my company to the US?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. LLC versus Delaware C-corp. What I typically see in the startup ecosystem are that most VCs prefer investing in a C corporation created in Delaware (Delaware C-corp).

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Dear Sophie: How can I launch a startup while on OPT?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. investors want to deal with Delaware C corporations. Even though you incorporate in the state of Delaware, your startup can be based in Silicon Valley or anywhere in the U.S.

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Ask Sophie: How do we transfer H-1Bs and green cards to our startup?

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Here’s another edition of “Ask Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. More posts by this contributor Ask Sophie: What to do if selected/not selected in H-1B lottery? Ask Sophie: Which visas will allow us to expand our startup in the US?

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Dear Sophie: How can I return to the United States as a founder?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. that’s a Delaware C corporation. Whether you’re in people ops, a founder or seeking a job in Silicon Valley, I would love to answer your questions in my next column.”

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Dear Sophie: Do I qualify for an E-1 trader visa?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. We have a Delaware C corporation that has raised money, and I’m working at the subsidiary in Auckland, where all of our employees are based.

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Dear Sophie: Which immigration options allow me to launch my own startup?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. company, such as a Delaware C corporation registered in California. The information provided in “Dear Sophie” is general information and not legal advice. and run their company for 2.5

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Dear Sophie: What options would allow me to start something on my own?

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Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. company, such as a Delaware C corporation registered in California. Dear Sophie: Is it possible to expand our startup in the US? You can live in the U.S. and run your company.

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