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  • Applying N-400. I’m not working, to start a Business. Unemployed or Self-Employed?

    I’m not working for 4 years. This is because, I’ve decided to take time-off from work after getting my Green Card. And I’m trying to change my career paths from employment to business. I’ received my Green Card in Employment Category.

    I’m preparing for starting a business. However, It is taking time for Educating, planning, investment etc...
    Currently I’m not working for any Company. But at home I’m preparing doing market research, educating myself etc...

    Hence I’m not making any income. But I’m filing taxes (even when I’m not making any Income) every year.

    I’m not taking Unemployment benefits, but enrolled in Affordable Care Act, which is legal and mandatory when I started. I’m still continuing that. I’m not taking Medicaid etc..or filed for unemployment.

    I’m trying to start a business, meaning I’ll be self-employed.

    Question: Should I put ‘Self-Employed’ or ‘Unemployed’ In N-400 Application ?

    If I put ‘Unemployed’, does it adversely affect my case?
    If I put ‘Self-Employed’, is it incorrect?


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    I guess if you are within a "normal" working age, putting Unemployed will make things a little harder. Of course, it will help if you have enough money to prove that you won't be a problem.

    If you have worked to make your business, even if you don't have any income yet, I think it could be considered self-employment. Again, you need to document this with an explanation, education proof, etc. because your tax returns will show no income.
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