For most people the answer is “no, there is no process for this”.
For long-time collaborators or close allies we sometimes make it work, and it’s fine to ask if you know us (e.g. an Inkhavener recently asked me if they could stay for a few weeks as they were in the process of moving to the Bay, and I looked into it but it didn’t work out).
Yes, I’ve asked them to rent a room for a few nights. They may need to trust you.
For most people the answer is “no, there is no process for this”.
For long-time collaborators or close allies we sometimes make it work, and it’s fine to ask if you know us (e.g. an Inkhavener recently asked me if they could stay for a few weeks as they were in the process of moving to the Bay, and I looked into it but it didn’t work out).