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I thought one can't work for one's own company in O-1 just like H1B no?

• proberts 6y ago
  As a general rule, being a founder and/or substantial owner doesn't disqualify one from O-1 classification (and in fact is usually an asset). The standard for O-1 classification is less whether one meets an abstract standard of extraordinary ability and more whether one meets the specific O-1 criteria which are often within reach of talented engineers without advanced degrees, particularly those who have founded or are in the process of founding a company.