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Jared Friedman

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

The most common visa option for founders without a US visa is the B-1 visa, which is a temporary business visa that is relatively easy to obtain.

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Can You Apply to YC Before You Have a US Visa? - Jared Friedman

@ Y Combinator

Can You Apply to YC Before You Have a US Visa? - Jared Friedman

07/19/19

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Jared Friedman

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

Y Combinator has extensive experience helping founders secure B-1 visas, and it's rarely an issue for the three to four months spent in the program.

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Jared Friedman

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

You can apply to Y Combinator even if you don't have a US visa; many founders in this situation successfully do so.

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Marc Andreessen

01/26/25

@ Lex Fridman

The O-1 visa is designed for individuals with extraordinary ability, allowing innovators from around the world to come to the US to start companies.

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Marc Andreessen

01/26/25

@ Lex Fridman

The H-1B visa program has largely benefited a small set of big tech companies and consulting firms, while startups mainly use O-1 visas for high-skilled immigrants.

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Jared Friedman

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

If you're not a US citizen and want to participate in Y Combinator, don't worry; obtaining a visa won't be a significant obstacle.

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Urska Srsen

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

European founders are aware of the challenges they face and many want to move to Silicon Valley, but relocating is not as simple as packing your bags due to emotional and legal burdens.

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Blake Scholl

02/15/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders don't need to be limited by their formal credentials; the most ambitious startup ideas can often be surprisingly achievable and may be hiding in plain sight.

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Jessica Livingston

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

Our investment terms were designed to be founder-friendly, avoiding the typical demands investors make, which reflects our commitment to supporting founders' best interests.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/12/24

@ Y Combinator

Investors suggesting that a founder needs a business co-founder often reflects their perception of the founder's willingness or ability to handle business tasks.