Starting a business is not an easy task. You need to do many things, from planning and research to fund collection for any business venture. The first thing you should know, if you are not a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, is whether you can start a business or not. All foreign nationals with a business visa (B-1) can start a business in the U.S. However, with that U.S. visa, you cannot start a business straightaway. You may have to apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). After obtaining the EAD, you then need to get a business permit from the state government or local authorities. Then, you need to plan the business you want to establish. After formulating a basic plan in your mind, you should conduct some research on the business you intend to pursue. You should know the future prospects of the products or services you wish to deal with, who the major players in the industry are, whether their businesses are in good positions, and whether you can compete in the market, among other factors. If you see better prospects and feel confident, you should proceed, and the next step is raising funds for the business. You need to plan how you can secure the funds—whether through loans or personal sources. If you are taking out loans, you should research the available loans, the financers, the interest rates, and other terms and conditions. If you are satisfied and decide to take a loan from a particular lender, you should apply. Then, planning for day-to-day operations is necessary. You might need to lease or rent property, etc. Regarding licenses and permits for operating the business, you can contact officials or obtain information from official websites. For workers' compensation, wages, you can contact the local state government. Additionally, you should consider business insurance.