EI entitlement

[ms. J& mr.N 1]

hi fellow vjers... quick question here.. are permanent residents of cnada entitled for EI benefits even if for example in my case will be resigning from my job?another thing about crossing the border, will be renting a uhaul truck to carry my belongings, will the US-CANADA border require some papers aside from the K1 papers?thanking everyone in advance.

[Rob & Monika 87]

For the crossing, you will need your K-1 sealed packet, Visa/passport, and you should have a list of belongings you are bringing over in case they ask for it.

If you are importing your vehicle, you will need your registration, and any supporting documentation, like the manufacturers compliance letter. They did ask us what the value of the vehicle was, and they thought my estimate was too high and put what they thought it was. I would suggest having a copy of the value from KBB.com or something. They also asked about the lien release, but I think they just wanted us to make sure we had it for registering the vehicle.

[canadian_wife 1,822]

Check out the EI thread that is pinned.

To collect EI you must be 'ready, willing and able to work' if entering on a K-1 this is only the case once you are eligible to work.

When you resign ask your employer to list the reason and joining family member, getting married, etc.

good luck

[daphoknee 4]

hi fellow vjers... quick question here.. are permanent residents of cnada entitled for EI benefits even if for example in my case will be resigning from my job?another thing about crossing the border, will be renting a uhaul truck to carry my belongings, will the US-CANADA border require some papers aside from the K1 papers?thanking everyone in advance.

I was able to speak with someone about EI for my Canadian PR husband (also is a USC) and they said as long as he's been working and has been paying into EI he is eligible. Not sure if the CPR you are referring to has been working in Canada or not, but try calling in to ask. Be prepared to wait for a long time until you get to speak with someone. Good thing to mention is that you are looking to apply for :"interstate EI" (taht's been mentioned in the pinned EI thread"

Hope that helps!

[hikergirl 277]

I was able to speak with someone about EI for my Canadian PR husband (also is a USC) and they said as long as he's been working and has been paying into EI he is eligible. Not sure if the CPR you are referring to has been working in Canada or not, but try calling in to ask. Be prepared to wait for a long time until you get to speak with someone. Good thing to mention is that you are looking to apply for :"interstate EI" (taht's been mentioned in the pinned EI thread"

Hope that helps!

K1s are a little different than a CR1/IR1 though.

They (K1s) apply right away same as the CR1s but because they don’t receive work authorization until after they are married and file for adjustment they cannot collect EI right away.

[moemac59 192]

K1s are a little different than a CR1/IR1 though.

They (K1s) apply right away same as the CR1s but because they don’t receive work authorization until after they are married and file for adjustment they cannot collect EI right away.

Exactly Hikergirl. I applied for UEI right after I got to the US just to get the paperwork and a file started. You will not be eligible until you receive your EAD card. Once I received my EAD I then sent a copy of it via post and fax to the Interstate claims office. UEI will then activate your file from the date that your EAD card is valid. You can even call in every 2 weeks for your reporting period once you are eligible and they will deposit the funds directly into your Canadian bank account. It is so much better than mailing in the cards as the money goes in 2 business days after you call in vs. mailing in the reporting cards.

[Brenda2010 1]

I also collected EI after I received my EAD card, great program, really appreciated it after paying in for years!

If you do end up collecting EI call Canada Revenue agency to see if you're eligible for a tax credit for income tax the following year, even if you filed an exit tax return - in my case it was the only income I earned for the 1st year I was in the US so I filed in Canada as a US permanent resident and was credited about 2/3 of the taxes they deducted!

[moemac59 192]

I also collected EI after I received my EAD card, great program, really appreciated it after paying in for years!

If you do end up collecting EI call Canada Revenue agency to see if you're eligible for a tax credit for income tax the following year, even if you filed an exit tax return - in my case it was the only income I earned for the 1st year I was in the US so I filed in Canada as a US permanent resident and was credited about 2/3 of the taxes they deducted!

Kool Brenda! Thanks for that juicy nugget! I will have to check that out. I love the fact that we can claim UI even though we are living in a different country. I have been paying into since 1981 so I figure I might as well make the most of it.