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Ask HN: TN-1 to H1-B or Green Card
I'm a Canadian currently on a TN-1 visa. What's the best way to transition to H1-B or Green Card? Can I apply for an H1-B while being on the TN without any repercussions?
Thanks!
- developer12073 9y agoDisclaimer: don't take this as a legal advice, consult with your employer's immigration lawyers. From my experience: yes you can apply for H1-B while on TN without repercussions. I've been through this several times before winning the lottery.
- spoonie 9y agoIsn't it the case that you can't leave and re-enter the US after doing that though? Edit: re-enter OR renew your TN.
- developer12073 9y agoI think it's the case with TN to green card transition, which is also technically possible but lies in legal grey area. As far as I understand TN-1 to H1-B is a straightforward and above the table process: my employer's lawyers OK-ed all my trips and didn't warn me about any potential complications on the border. But again, do not take it as a legal advise, I'm speaking from my limited personal experience.
- spoonie 9y agoGotcha, I was thinking of the Green Card application. H1-B is dual-intent, so all above board there.
- whb07 9y agoget married