Can I Work on a Tourist Visa?

RJ Posted by: Rhea Jindal
• 06 June, 2025
8 Reply
No, using a tourist visa, you are only allowed to stay in a country for a specific time period. You are not permitted to seek any type of employment because it is against the rules and will be considered a serious offense.
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  • Aishwarya Rana 15 July, 2025

    No, you cannot work on a tourist visa because it only allows you to stay in a foreign country for a short period of time, and if you want to work in a foreign country, then you have to apply for a work visa or a business visa. I have also applied for a business visa application through the official website of the government, by entering all the details in the application form with all the supporting documents and fees. So if you are also thinking of working on a tourist visa in a foreign country, then it is not possible. 

     

  • Ayush Arora 21 June, 2025

    Legally, the answer is no. People do work with a tourist visa, but that is illegal and might put them in serious trouble if they get caught. You are on a tourist visa; you went there to visit, so just do that and return home.

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      Kabir Batra 08 August, 2025

      First, I am thinking that with a tourist visa, I can work in a foreign country, then after knowing that it is not valid, and tourist visa does not allow any person to work in the country. For this, you can get an employment visa, work visa, or business visa by applying through the official website of the government of India. 

       

  • Megha Tandon 16 June, 2025

    Guys, the name itself makes it clear that it is a tourist visa, which means that you are entering a country as a tourist for sightseeing or for meeting family and friends, and not for seeking employment and taking a job.

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      Nivedita Rane 18 August, 2025

      Here is the eligibility criteria to apply for a business visa for foreign nationals must have a valid document for their business setup or work in India, any person who wants to purchase or sell industrial products, for foreign nationals who are in partnerships as directors or company, for meetings, discussions, and deals for the business.

       

  • Tejas Modi 13 June, 2025

    No, you cannot work while on a tourist visa. Tourist visas are meant for a temporary visit to a country and do not allow seeking employment. If you want to work in a country, you will typically have to apply for a work visa or a specific permit for the country you are visiting. To do the same, you will need a job offer from an employer. Remember my advice and make sure to check the specific immigration rules and policies of the country you wish to work in, as the rules might vary significantly.

  • Dhruv Nayak 12 June, 2025

    It is strictly not advised to work on a tourist visa because if you get caught working on a tourist visa, your visa will be cancelled, and you can be deported and banned from ever applying for a visa. You need to apply for a work permit. Different countries may have different rules and regulations for a work permit. Avoid breaking the rule and facing legal consequences, especially when you are in another country.

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