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Many Canadians rule themselves out too soon.
Many of our clients thought the US was out of reach, until we showed them their options.
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Moving to the US from Canada has its own rules, routes and traps. Founded by Michael Niren, VisaPlace Immigration has spent 30+ years learning them, so you don't have to learn them the hard way.
TN approvals at the border, L-1 transfers, E-2 businesses, green cards for families. We know the routes that work from Canada, and the mistakes that sink them.
Thousands of clients over 30+ years means we've seen what gets approved, what gets refused, and why. You get the benefit of all of it.
We pick the simplest route that gets you there. No applications you don't need, no expensive do-overs.
Your case is handled by experienced US immigration professionals who know today's system inside and out.
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Yes. Rules have tightened and change often, applications get more scrutiny, and small mistakes can lead to delays or refusals.
How we help: we track every change and build your application to meet today's standards.
Yes. The E-2 Investor Visa is one of the most popular routes for Canadians:
How we help: we help you choose a qualifying business, structure your investment and prepare a strong application. Learn about the E-2 visa
A 2025 order added a $100,000 payment to certain new H-1B petitions. In 2026, federal courts blocked the government's guidance, and the government says it will collect the payment again if that ruling is lifted. The situation is uncertain.
How we help: we look at options that may avoid the H-1B entirely, such as TN, L-1, O-1 and E-2 visas.
Many do. Canadians who stay in the US for 30 days or more may have to register, and it applies to each trip. Not registering can lead to penalties.
How we help: we tell you whether it applies to you and make sure you comply.
Yes. Many Canadian professionals qualify for a TN visa. Others may qualify for an L-1, H-1B, E-2 or O-1 visa, or a green card.
How we help: we find the strongest option for your job and situation.
Yes. Common routes include sponsorship by a US employer or a US citizen family member, investment, and extraordinary ability. Some visas, like the TN and E-2, don't lead directly to a green card, so planning matters.
How we help: we plan your green card path from day one, even if you start on a temporary visa.
Often, yes. A past refusal doesn't always end your chances.
How we help: we review what went wrong and fix it with the right application or a waiver.
It depends on the route. A TN visa can be approved at the border the same day. Green cards usually take a year or more.
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