Consulting work in the US; tips?

[Madison Kelly]

CLIFFORD ILKAY wrote:
> Applying and getting a TN is not difficult provided you have good 
> documentation. I have had at least six of them and the only time I 
> was refused entry was the first time and that was only because I was 
> not prepared with a backup plan. Since that first time, I have always 
> been able to obtain one on the spot with no more than 90 minutes 
> spent at the airport. The cost is, or was last time I got one if I 
> recall correctly, US$50.
> 
> Getting a B-1 is even easier because you do not have to provide 
> evidence of education or expertise related to the field of endeavour. 
> All you have to do is to establish that you are providing support or 
> training for a Canadian made system sold to an American client. There 
> is no cost for a B-1.

This is exactly why I asked here on the list. With the information 
everyone has shared I am now much more comfortable with what I need to 
do. The client in the US is preparing the documentation I will need for 
a TN Visa which I will take to the US consulate.

I have not considered anything other that an above-board route. First of 
all, I am a terribly transparent liar and would be caught and second, my 
mom lives down there. I would not risk being barred for any reason. If 
she ever was hurt or fell ill I would be very upset with myself if I had 
gotten myself barred over a bit of money.

Thanks again to everyone, you are all wonderful helps!

Madi
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