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?
I 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.
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[ 2.7 ms ] story [ 18.0 ms ] threadFrom 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.
Edit: re-enter OR renew your TN.
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.