New US Immigration Forum!

[farzad]

Hi All,
Could someone please tell me if a Canadian citizen working in States with H1B can commute for their university studies in Canada?
Thank you so much
Farzad

[Reba]

don't see why not. H1B is multiple entry.

[mbotross]

When reapplying for a TN that was recently rejected is it advisable to return to the same POE or is it better to go a different one? I know that US officials have all my information relating to the rejection. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I have done this 5 timesw now without incident.

Thanks!

[Reba]

I don't think it matters either way, as long as when you go back to apply again, you have the missing paperwork or whatever it was they needed when they denied your last application.

[mbotross]

Thanks, Reba. I ended up going to a different POE and it all went very smooth.

[Emba]

Very timely forum. First comment, here it goes.
Yes, I would like to move to the US (gain valuable work experience)and hopefully make it a permanent move.
Background: Canadian citizen, Canadian MBA, CA/ CPA, worked two years for a Canadian company that has a US subsidiary, specialized knowledge in global taxes, divorced, one high school child will come with me.
A TN or a L-1 are easy possibilities, however, most probably I will apply for a green card once in the US.
Another wrinkle, most likely I will move to another employer in the US within the year (better opportunities and pay). And I will have to pay for the move and immigration dealings. As well as, love in the US: well, who knows the future.
TN vs. L-1 or another visa? Use immigration lawyer or not? Move to another US employer now or later? Any other recommendations or suggestions?

[axolotl]

Between TN and L-1, I would go for the L-1 if you have the intention of getting a green card. L-1 allows dual intent while the TN does not. It is possible to get a green card while on a TN but the process is different.

You don't need an immigration lawyer for a TN/L-1. You basically just show up to the border with your documentation and it's issued right there.

Good luck with the move!

[Shiver]

Hi All,

I have a "virtual job", where I can work virtually from anywhere as long as I have a telephone and access to the internet. I am looking to spend 1 - 3 months in the USA where the climate is much warmer than the winter months in Edmonton. I am an international broker and do business now with companies in the USA and around the world.

If I were to spend some time in the USA, I expect that some US Immigration officials may interpret my activities as working in the US. My company is Canadian. Is there some way to pre-empt any potential problems and get some type of pre-approval prior to visiting the USA?

I presume with such an electronic world, I am not the only person that may have experienced this type of problem.

Any advice on this issue would be appreciated.

Shiver