Can I live in US and work in Canada?

Yes, you can live in the US and work in Canada. However, there are certain requirements that you need to fulfill to work in Canada as a foreign national.

If you are a US citizen, you may be eligible to apply for a Canadian work permit or apply to work in Canada under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, which could eventually lead to Canada PR.

If you are a Canadian citizen living in the US, you can still work in Canada without a work permit. Since citizens can’t lose that status no matter how long they live in another country, you won’t need a work permit to work in Canada.

However, residing in the US and working in Canada has tax implications. To work in Canada as a foreign national, you need to obtain a work permit. The type of work permit you need depends on the type of work you’ll be doing.

If you are just transferring within the same company to a branch office in Canada, you may be able to do so as an Intra-Company Transfer. Certain tech occupations, and companies, will allow you to move to Canada in about four weeks through the Global Talent Stream.

The hiring process under this fast-track program involves meeting certain requirements, such as completing an LMIA, and commitment to certain salary requirements, among others.