Myth 1: Non-citizens can own American companies (this is true in most developed country) Myth 2: There are a number of British startups which moved to the US a

Myth 1: Non-citizens can own American companies (this is true in most developed country) Myth 2: There are a number of British startups which moved to the US after raising American financing (YC has a number of these). Typically this involved the US incorporated company applying for visas for the founders. So not having a visa that lets you work for the startup doesn't necessarily preclude you from raising financing with the assumption you'll be able to get an appropriate visa after. Myth 3: Depends on your contract with your employer/company. Check it for details.