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

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?

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)?

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.