Can I work for food delivery apps as a tourist in the US?

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No. All of the gig economy jobs will ask for a W9 document that asks you to attest that you have authorization to work in the USA (which you don’t) and your social security number (which you don’t have). The driving apps will also ask for your American driving license which in most states cannot be obtained with a visitor’s visa.

Furthermore, if it’s found out that you’re doing this or even thinking of doing this (say a CBP Officer checks your phone, your email or social media, or your bags), you’ll be kicked out of the USA and given a ban on entry.

0/10 would not recommend.

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No, you legally cannot do this. Work means any kind of work, and work is not allowed under B1/B2 or VWP.

Does the government bother with this.

Yes, if you are caught doing this you will certainly face deportation, and therefore a ban on visiting the US for a long time. If you are eligible for VWP you will lose that eligibility. Even if you are not banned you will face huge difficulties in ever visiting the US again.

You may get lucky and not be caught, but comparing the benefits (getting a small amount of money) with the possible penalties (being unable to visit the US for a very long time) it's not worth it.

By the way, the term 'immigrant' usually refers to someone living in the US for a long time. If you are on a B1/B2 or VWP you are a 'visitor'.

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