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Re:Ask HN: Working in the USA as a young Canadian, no degree by EC1 on Sunday April 13, 2014 @01:32PM (#7582015)
TN Qualifications [1]

- the profession is recognized under NAFTA; and

- the alien possesses the specific criteria for that profession [2]; and

- the prospective position requires someone in that professional capacity; and

- the alien is going to work for a U.S. employer.

[1] http://canada.usembassy.gov/visas/doing-business-in-america/...

[2] http://canada.usembassy.gov/visas/doing-business-in-america/...

Perfect. I have to see if I can cash in the 3 years I did of software engineering for some diploma or certificate at a local college, which I'm sure I can.

The U.S. employer. If my friend incorporates, then brings me on board, is that viable?

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Re:Ask HN: Working in the USA as a young Canadian, no degree by matt__rose on Sunday April 13, 2014 @02:13PM (#7582213)
You need a degree for any technical occupation under TN. The only category for which a degree is not necessary is "Management consultant". Honestly it is best for someone in your situation to work remotely from Canada for a year after the company gets set up, then go to the states under an L-1 Visa[1]. Do not attempt to go under a TN-1 visa as they are very strict, and if they do not let you in, you could be barred from entering the US at all.
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Re:Ask HN: Working in the USA as a young Canadian, no degree by shortsleeves on Sunday April 13, 2014 @01:50PM (#7582102)
I suggest you first consult with a US immigration attorney for these sorts of questions. The internet is full of bad advice. Work visas generally have an emphasis on being a skilled professional (i.e: education and/or many years of experience). FYI - TN status is granted when you cross the border, entirely at the border official's discretion.
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Re:Ask HN: Working in the USA as a young Canadian, no degree by cwzwarich on Sunday April 13, 2014 @02:45PM (#7582388)
As of October 2012 you can now apply for TN status in advance by mail.
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Re:Ask HN: Working in the USA as a young Canadian, no degree by whitef0x on Sunday April 13, 2014 @11:08PM (#7584323)
I think if you show that you have considerable experience in the field and your past jobs held had the position as developer then it should make it easier, although don't quote me on this.
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