[LearnerHerzog]

In the FAQ https://www.ycombinator.com/faq/#q21

"Can we do it without moving to where you are?

Sorry, no. We tried this once, and by Demo Day that startup was way behind the rest. What we do, we have to do in person. We would not be doing a startup a favor by not making them come to YC events in person.

However, you don't have to be in silicon valley 24x7. If you have a business that requires that you be somewhere else, we will work something out so you can participate in YC events while also being attentive to your business. Usually the founders will rotate between locations, or fly back and forth.

Of course, after the 3 month program, you can go wherever you want."

[nawitus]

Using a single anecdote is not good evidence for this policy.

[betenoire]

I assume the story is more complex than the one-liner from the FAQ, but I agree.