Consulting work in the US; tips?

Stephen stephen-d-bJEeYj9oJeDQT0dZR+AlfA at public.gmane.org
Tue Jul 24 02:52:21 UTC 2007


Madison Kelly wrote:
> Hi all,
>
>   I've got an offer for three-days consulting work in the US. Has 
> anyone here had recent experience travel down south for work? Any tips 
> for a painless border crossing?
>
If you are going to do this, and obey the rules, you need a TN (Trade 
NAFTA) Visa. They are a pain, but you have a right to one, if you 
qualify. You need paperwork (job offer, contract) and cost is USD60.

Lying to US border agents can keep you out of the US for a decade. Be 
careful.

Going for "Business Meetings" is a safe explanation for your trip. Three 
days is OK. Explain that you will be working in Canada if you get the 
contract as a result of the meetings.

Stephen

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