Dr_Eng_X

I did not know about this specific and I can not edit the OP any more so the only thing is to clarify that VWP travelers are not Canadians. I intended to update and collect information for Canadians who intend to travel to the US so they can for example decide the best way to travel its cost, time, ...etc

This thread is meant to exchange information/experience for Canadians moving to the US whether they wish to move temporarily or permanently! whether they wish to travel by plane, car, bus, train or a mix! It is not applicable for immigrants only! All information in my post are quoted and I have provided the sources. While it is true Canadian citizens do not need an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) to enter the United States by land. ESTA is required for citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries traveling to the U.S. by air or sea, but Canadians are generally exempt from these requirements due to the unique agreements between the U.S. and Canada. The information is still valid VWP travelers. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries (as of October 4, 2023), there are 41 countries participating in the VWP, including: 1. Andorra 2. Australia 3. Austria 4. Belgium 5. Brunei 6. Chile 7. Croatia 8. Czech Republic 9. Denmark 10. Estonia 11. Finland 12. France 13. Germany 14. Greece 15. Hungary 16. Iceland 17. Ireland 18. Italy 19. Japan 20. South Korea 21. Latvia 22. Liechtenstein 23. Lithuania 24. Luxembourg 25. Malta 26. Monaco 27. Netherlands 28. New Zealand 29. Norway 30. Poland 31. Portugal 32. San Marino 33. Singapore 34. Slovakia 35. Slovenia 36. Spain 37. Sweden 38. Switzerland 39. Taiwan 40. United Kingdom 41. Uruguay

That is not the thread I talked about in my first post! even the thread you mention was last updated May 17th 2021. Today is June 10th 2024!

Everything!! Then enlighten us

Yes, a Canadian citizen. I have not traveled by land so I thought we need to get this done!

I have been trying to find enough answers/information regarding many questions. I found some answers after extensive research, however, the experience and exchange of information makes it easier. While there is a pinned outdated thread with many broken links. I decided to start this thread I will start by what I have: General travel information: This site provides a good start on different methods (airplane, train, bus, vehicle and mixed) of traveling to your destination https://www.rome2rio.com/ (Unfortunately the site is not smart enough or AI powered) This site provides maps with home prices, cost of living, https://img.bestplaces.net/maps/ Driving to the U.S. by vehicle https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/documents/travelling-abroad-with-vehicle (Canada government site) https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/gbi-rgf-eng.html (plan your trip and remember to check ports of entry) https://www.help.cbp.gov/s/article/Article-619?language=en_US (US government site Effective October 1, 2022, all VWP (Visa Waiver Program) travelers intending to enter the United States by land will be required to obtain an approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to application for admission at land border ports of entry. apply for a travel authorization at least 72 hours in advance of their anticipated arrival at a U.S. land port of entry. ) https://www.nhtsa.gov/importing-vehicle (Importing a vehicle into the U.S.) a) temporary (Bond typically 150% of the vehicle’s value) based on others experience it is not paid! b) permanent (Import duty: usually 2.5% of the vehicle’s value) https://www.snowbirdadvisor.ca/getting-your-vehicle-us-winter-4-options-canadian-snowbirds (get your vehicle to US) To be continue..

It has been a while

Yes, NIW

Let me first thank you for the post, I have read the post several times trying to fully understand it. I have also tried to do some reading about the different forms. However, due to my lack of knowledge I get confused easily. Let me tell you what I understood The first step is filling i-140 whether it is NIW or through employer (job) and I would have to list all family members (as part of i-140 form). In part 7 of i-140, you can pick for each family member adjustment of status or applying for Visa abroad or neither (however I don't think this makes any sense) Since not applying for family members didn't make sense (i.e. not picking adjustment of status or consular) the following was not easy for me to understand Note: the whole family members are Canadians Thanks again

Agree

if there is no need to show that the husband is able to sponsor the family and children (under age) "confused!" when saying another advantage to immigrating together then he can go first and they can... which do you advise? he might self-petition EB2 NIW if job didn't sponsor

Is there a need to show money or sponsorship ability if family application was simuletaneous or not?

Thanks for the bright idea! Tell me about that savings

For a Canadian family consisting of a husband, wife and children. The husband is thinking of applying EB2 to get his green card should he apply for the whole family or should he wait since the family will stay to test the waters and make the move gradual (children go to Canadian schools and there is a newborn). Does it take long to apply for wife and children if he didn't apply for them in the initial application? Looking for your inputs, thoughts and experiences

Another excellent response thank you so much. Thank you so much.