What does a business plan for immigration purposes look like?
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What does a business plan for immigration purposes look like?

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If you will be applying for a new office L-1 Visa or an E-2 Visa for a new business, you will be required to produce a business plan. A business plan for immigration purposes differs from a traditional business plan to obtain funding from a bank or other business purposes. When making an application for a new office L-1 Visa or E-2 visa for a new investment, make sure your business plan is immigration compliant. We discuss the basic requirements of a business plan for immigration purposes here.

What are the visa options for Truck Drivers?
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What are the visa options for Truck Drivers?

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The United States, Canada, and Mexico rely heavily on trade with each other. One of the largest facilitators of trade is transporting goods via tractor-trailer. Under the USMCA, tractor-trailer drivers can transport goods to and from the United States with some limitations. We discuss the profession of a tractor-trailer driver, the principle of cabotage, and allowances under the USMCA here.

Can a TN Visa holder work as an independent contractor (1099 or W-2)?
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Can a TN Visa holder work as an independent contractor (1099 or W-2)?

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Neither the USMCA (NAFTA) nor USCIS defines how a TN Visa holder must be paid. They simply state that there must be employment or contractual arrangements between a foreign national and a US entity. Only self-employment through a US company is barred. We discuss compensation and self-employment on a TN visa here.