Daily commute (Detroit-Windsor) (H1b and Canada PR)

[DEEPCUR]

Thank you. I do plan to maintain a US residence for at least 2 nights a week as I am on the west coast and that works out well for me. So i can plan to be in the US on the day of filing, that's a no biggie, so going back toi my original question, in that case do i need to inform anyone (HR or my manager or attorney)? I dont know a scenario, but i am trying to avoid a situation where my employer throws a wrinkle into my daily commute plan, hence trying to figure out if they need to know at all.

They should know, mainly attorney needs to stay on top of your international trips. God forbid, if you are stuck in border one day for some reason, and given that H1b is employer dependent visa, you definitely need their help to bail you out. Not just that, there are several things that attorneys know when it comes to visas, and we necessarily don't know, so it's a bad idea to leave them from the loop.

 

[sumit8383]

They should know, mainly attorney needs to stay on top of your international trips. God forbid, if you are stuck in border one day for some reason, and given that H1b is employer dependent visa, you definitely need their help to bail you out. Not just that, there are several things that attorneys know when it comes to visas, and we necessarily don't know, so it's a bad idea to leave them from the loop.

Makes sense. Thanks for the input.

 

[VOBuckeye]

Should be just fine. The moment you get any warning, just add a Canada package on T Mobile. T Mobile Rocks!

Hi. Which Canada package is this?
I have the One Plan that includes Canada and Mexico but got a text warning this morning that 50% of my voice and data usage is on an international provider's network. They suggest enabling wi-fi calling.

 

[USwestcoast2Canada]

Hi, Where in West Coast are you traveling to and from US to Canada? I am currently in California and have recently heard about this option of travel everyday.

I am doing same on west coast...

No, Your passport will not be stamped everyday. You need to have stamped H1B along with Paper I94 ( If you dont have paper I-94, you will get it while entering by road first time when they send you in, simple process)

You can apply for Nexus here: https://goes-app.cbp.dhs.gov/goes/jsp/login.jsp;jsessionid=HXiyMzGZFokeNFVCReXVTiuXaDG6JviDHRqy92DB6lqm6LzCtnzR!-1135677989

More information Nexus here: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/nexus/application-demande-eng.html

 

[H1B_140approved_CanadaPR]

Abbotsford to north of Seattle area.

 

[USwestcoast2Canada]

Abbotsford to north of Seattle area.

Thanks for the reply.
I am exploring options for occupational therapy jobs. Do you happen to be in rehabilitation or healthcare field?

 

[H1B_140approved_CanadaPR]

Thanks for the reply.
I am exploring options for occupational therapy jobs. Do you happen to be in rehabilitation or healthcare field?

Nope, and I don't know anyone who is in same boat as you. sorry and.. best wishes.

 

[USwestcoast2Canada]

Thanks.

 

[snehasagariya]

Hi , I also stay in hartford Connecticut and looking for car pool . Can we touch base on this. Please email me @ sagariyasneha@gmail.com

 

[gtvisa2020]

Hi, i have a Canadian PR and have been on H1b in the US since last 8 years. I am planning to commute daily to Buffalo/Niagara from Fort Erie. My company is based out of Boston but has allowed me to work remotely. Needed your help with the following questions.

1) I believe that to maintain my H1B, i have to commute daily to US and not just remotely work from Canada. Is that correct?
2) As my company does not have an office in Buffalo, can i get a temporary residence in Buffalo/Niagara and show that as my US address?
3) Is there anyone who has an apartment that I can share with and show as my address in Buffalo/Niagara area?

Thanks for your help.

Hi,

How did this work out for you? I am planning to move to Fort Erie and looking for inputs.

Others' inputs are also welcome.
1. Are there convenient apartments/condos close to Peace Bridge?
2. Would it be a hassle without a car? (I am thinking to sell my car rather than importing and paying high insurance, as I have one at fault 2 years ago.

Thank you.

 

[snehasagariya]

I also commute to Connecticut from Quebec regularly.. Do you want to catch up once and see if we can do car pooling, etc.

I am interested in car pooling. Can we catch up and discuss on this ?

 

[gtvisa2020]

I am interested in car pooling. Can we catch up and discuss on this ?

I emailed you about this as well. Thank you.

 

[snehasagariya]

I emailed you about this as well. Thank you.

Hey sorry i didnt received any email on sagariyasneha@gmail.com.Thank you

 

[amit.r]

Hi , I also stay in hartford Connecticut and looking for car pool . Can we touch base on this. Please email me @ sagariyasneha@gmail.com

I have to commute to Stamford, CT. Do you want to connect and see if we can carpool

 

[snehasagariya]

yes sure. please give me your email address so that i can leave my phone number and we can discuss further