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Available Options if Visa Appointments are Unavailable • Can an individual work remotely from Switzerland for US entity? • U.S. immigration generally adheres to “physical presence” rule • If individual is not physically located in the U.S., then they can generally perform “work” for a U.S. entity while located outside the U.S. • Tax, employment law, employment contract, benefit, etc. considerations • Restrict Activities to Business Travel? B a c k l o g o f i m m i g r a t i o n c a s e s i n t h e U S , A u g u s t 8 , 2 022 COPYRIGHT © CONVINUS 7

B-1 or Visa Waiver Business Visitor (ESTA) • To visit the U.S. for a short period of time to engage in legitimate business activities • Must apply for B visa at U.S. Consulate unless Visa Waiver (ESTA) • Issuance within the Consular Officer’s discretion • May NOT engage in employment in U.S. and may NOT be paid any U.S. salary. This is NOT a work visa. • Non-immigrant intent required • Time period in U.S. determined by CBP Officer – 1 week to 6 months (ESTA: maximum of 90 days) • Extensions available through USCIS (ESTA: may not extend or change status) B a c k l o g o f i m m i g r a t i o n c a s e s i n t h e U S , A u g u s t 8 , 2 022 COPYRIGHT © CONVINUS 8