Can anyone speak to how long it took for interim authorization and final visa approval for switching employers from within Canada?

Anybody knows how brexit will impact Tier 2 Visa

H1b/ H4 extensions pending and license is expired! DMV says they don’t renew based on receipt…. What can we do?? It can take months, especially for H4!!

Anyone here from Canada, who went through TN Visa process recently with Google, that can share their experience and timeline of getting the visa? I am planning to take some time off to wrap up relocation related stuff and manage notice period as well so it would be good to get some insight on timelines. Would be great if people here who went through the process can share their experience!

Has anyone gotten a job directly in the US from India with H1B sponsorship and relocation assistance?

If yes, please share some tips.

YOE - 2.5
Profile - Business Analyst

What do you all use to file for taxes after switching to h1b?

Hello NYC fishes. If you pay your fares via OMNY for SBS bus, and there is no ticket to show if fare cops ask you for it. Apple Pay history won’t show up immediately after transaction (Chase), then what do you do?

Firm wants me to back pay last year FICA tax(Social Security and Medicare tax).
Last year I started working as F-1 and transition to H1b. Firm never withheld FICA tax.

Now they ask me to back pay last year FICA tax and then will send me W2c form.

The catch is I already file my tax without those FICA tax. Should I pay them and file tax amendment?

Cleared first round and my on-site is next week. It just came to my notice something about visa sponsorship in JD. It states “This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.” I have H1B but I would need H1b transfer and GC sponsorship. Can anyone help me out here.

How much impact does a rejected L1B and not picked H1B have on a current L1A filing?

Anyone went through the Immigration and H1B transfer process recently? How much time does it usually take after acceptance that the Immigration team reaches out?

Does PwC start internal transfer applications and L1 visa processing easily?

What credit card do you use?

Any AmEx Marketing connections here? Saw some recent postings with their marketing team that I’m interested in but would love any intel working in-house there.

Currently on H1B and waiting for an offer from EY. Does EY kick start with green card process quickly in special cases. HR said normally it is 1 yr but he has to check with legal team. More inside..

Any intel how to apply H4 visa within US?
The DS160 is not giving an option to select US as location.

H1B for Brazilians is capped to 2 years due to reciprocity. Does that mean we get another renewal chance or are we only up for 4 years total?

H1b/ H4 extensions pending and license is expired! DMV says they don’t renew based on receipt…. What can we do?? It can take months, especially for H4!!

What is your process like when mapping out content and layout for a website or app? Is it best practice to have the content up front before wire framing out the content?

Are there any Open Group Certified Master Architects that would be willing to answer a few questions about the certification process?

My friend is looking to move to Bangalore but her salary is <50k pm(content writing). moving to another city is a new thing for her and I want her to try and experience this but I'm also concerned about the costs.
Even if she chooses shared flat for accommodation and budget living. can she manage there on this salary?

Juicy news. Kolkata AC. My RL told that he will schedule a catch-up today/tomorrow to discuss year end ratings. RL have received the performance ratings

Bachelor party in vegas in september. Estimated 10 attendees. I’m not a groomsman so i’ve been held out of planning but im more of the well traveled attendees so trying to help. Any rec’s on suites/lodging in general for a group this size? Never traveled with such a big group and prices on the strip are insane rn

Looking to book one night at a Marriott property in chicago to celebrate anniversary with my wife - mostly deciding between the Gwen and the Ritz. Which would you choose? (Assume price doesn’t matter)

Miami for Memorial Day long weekend, anyone? Or any recommendations for this weekend ?

Anyone plays pickleball/spikeball around downtown or Washington / memorial park area? Recently played these 2 sports and they are hella fun and want to play more! Up for Tennis too!

How do people feel about Gordon Rees? Anyone currently working there? I’d be doing commercial litigation/employment as a 2nd - 3rd year.

Would anyone recommend or share a side hustle that would complement a banker’s 8-5 M-F schedule? As of now, I do an hour DoorDash before work and after work I do DoorDash and Instacart for a couple hours. I do this as well on the weekends targeting about $200-300 a week since I am in a really small market. Looking for more creative, cost effective, and efficient ways I can supplement my average salary. TIA!

Hi Guys,

I have 4.6 YOE in Linux and Devops and my current CTC and s 8.2 lpa. I am thinking of switch in my career. How much package should I aim for..
I have experience in below tools
Kubernetes and EKS
Puppet
Nagios
Aws
Fundamentals of Gitlab.

Is there a definitive guide to cost of living? The obvious cost of living centers (SF, NYC, LA etc.) get covered a lot, but I’m wondering where my city falls. It’s a modest Midwest city with ~100k residents but is a relatively touristy spot. It often feels like a MCOL area but I’m not sure how to adequately judge that, and it would be helpful to know when comparing salaries and the like.

How much should one expect compensation wise for a Senior Financial Analyst position at Puma?

Tmrw will be having discussion with Mastercard HR
yoe :11.6
Tech: java micro service
How much salary they are offering lead software development engineer

Does anyone have the experience of taking on a global mobility assignment from Deloitte US to Canada? If so, was your work permit processed under intracompany transfer without LMIA? I'm trying to figure out if accepting the assignment will get me over the CRS cut off...

Is it okay to not mention your sibling on Canada PR application if you are not on talking terms?

Has anyone done that?

Is there a time limit that you have to come to Canada once your pr is approved? Example you have to come to Canada within 6, 12 etc. months of having an approved pr or it will be canceled?

Best way to transfer money from US bank account to Canadian bank account? Transferring offices to Canada and want to learn what is the best / most cost effective way to do this. Thanks!

Working remotely for a US company but looking at moving to Canada (still keeping my US job) does anyone have experience with this? I’m assuming this would make PR trickier?

Does paid internship in Canada, that relates to my degree count as work experience for express entry? This internship was not required for me to graduate.

Does anyone have recs for a good but not too expensive cross border (Canada-US) accountant? Looking for a consultation/advice

working for the US firm but left to stay in canada during COVID wfh – I know it’s technically not allowed, but are there legal ramifications if I’m here for awhile? (OPT visa)

No FSW draw what's happening!?

Hi everyone, I have created this bowl to answer questions that professionals might have about immigrating to Canada. I am a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant in Vancouver,BC. Ask away!

I work at a company with 3 prior companies in the US and one in India. How do I get work reference letters from them? Who should be contacted for it?

Anyone here from Toronto area? Looking to relocate from NY to Toronto and in search of apartment/condo. My budget is $1500 for a 1bd. Is that realistic? Things I care about:
1. Walking distance to gym
2. Walking distance to a grocery store
3. Proximity to Old Toronto/kings st (work) with biking/public transport
4. Don't plan to own a car

What are some good sites to look for apartments or realtors?

I heard it is pretty hard to find a job in Canada. Has anyone found accountant or auditors jobs there through LinkedIn or other websites? I would like to know the timeline and how it works as I am thinking to move there.

Anyone put on administrative processing when applying for a b1/b2?

Anyone who applied for PR from the states willing to chat about their experience?

I have a CoPR but no PR cards and currently in US. Can I travel to Canada via road? Are borders closed for PR holders due to covid?

Is anyone going through the international mobility program to to transfer to Canada?
Apply through global skills strategy

Does the timeline for EE vary by country from which you apply? I'm Unsure if I should start the process from the US or India as I go back and forth between the two for work

Can you take and drive leased car from US in Canada?

Have anybody recently done OINP? Had some questions around what employer documents are needed and what support do we need from employer. This is for foreign worker stream with a job offer. Please dm in case able to help