Freelance/unpaid work on an L1(B) ? any circumstances it's permitted?

[jc636]

Dear immihelp community,

I'm aware that paid work of any kind is illegal on an L1. However, I have a few questions around the topic with a bit of nuance.

Would it be permissible:

1 - To submit freelance writing to papers/online sites that frequently accept...

[get2arpit]

Hi,

I'm currently on my L1B visa. Need your help to understand if I can undertake any freelance work while I'm on L1B visa?
I have registered on a coding contest site and have won small amount. They want me to fill up W-9 form so that they can report earning to IRS and they would...