Do Daily U.S. Trips Count Toward H-1B Time?
If you work in the U.S. on an H-1B visa but live in Canada or Mexico, you may not have to count every day toward your visa time. Here’s what the law says.
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Full-Time Work Requirement for L-1 Visa Holders
L-1 visa holders must work full-time, but their employment does not need to be entirely in the U.S. Under 9 FAM 402.12-12(G), executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees can split their work between the U.S. and another country. However, the primary purpose of their stay in the U.S. must be consistent with L-1 classification. This means that while some international travel is allowed, most work should be tied to the U.S. employer.
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Does Working in the US Count Toward Citizenship Requirements?
If you’re commuting from Canada to work in the U.S., you may wonder if your time spent working counts toward U.S. citizenship residency requirements. Learn the key factors that affect physical presence rules and how they apply to your situation.
