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Most of the time I would agree with this sentiment, I don't think you're morally wrong to work on your own project while living in other countries without a pro
by jamornh 13y ago
Most of the time I would agree with this sentiment, I don't think you're morally wrong to work on your own project while living in other countries without a proper visa; it's definitely not breaking the spirit of the law. Heck, you're spending your money here, all the better. It's obviously less of a risk if you work from home than a co-working space where you could be easily targeted if a random check does happen (as its meant as a "working space" and not a casual coffee shop.) Then again, I've also not heard of people being hauled off just yet.
- YZF 13y agoIn this case it was a profitable business and the guy was also hiring locals. There are probably tax considerations and I would say this is breaking the spirit of the law. Those shared work spaces could be subsidized to encourage locals so taking advantage of that is problematic. It would be different if he was just building his product, no business entity and no local hires...
- capisce 13y agoHe was hiring a remote filipino worker and his dutch friend apparently.
- YZF 13y agoWas that in the article somewhere? At any rate, there's some fine line where an activity that could otherwise be described as a hobby becomes work. It's the actual activity + intent + context + judgement of the authorities that matters... Presumably when you essentially establish residence, get paid, hire and manage other people, that line has been crossed.
- capisce 13y agoBecause clearly him spending his money there instead of somewhere else is a net negative for the country? Here's the source for who he hired to work for his company: https://twitter.com/levelsio/status/389171438013267968 https://twitter.com/levelsio/status/389171438013267968