Does anyone know if we can work in the USA (waitress...) with an F-1 Visa ? (student visa)...???

Question

Does anyone know if we can work in the USA (waitress...) with an F-1 Visa ? (student visa)...???

Answer 1

Why do you want to limit yourself to working as a waitress?  I'm sure your school has a placement office where you can apply for a paid internship position while maintaining your F-1 status, that way you get valuable work experience in the process too.

Answer 2

Legally, no.  Student visa does not allow any type of work, whether full-time or part-time.  You may be able to get a job and get paid "under the table" as a waitress or bartender.  

Answer 3

Actually you can get a part time job through the school if available. These jobs can include waitressing. Make sure you go through the school. Getting a job on your own would be illegal.

Answer 4

No, you cannot.  The student visa is for studying, not for working.  You could get a part time job with the institution you are studying at, but that is it.

To do otherwise, you are going against the visa rules and could be deported immediately.

Answer 5

No, you can't.