Side projects while on TN status

[UScit1ab]

Hi,
I'm Computer Systems Analyst.

I was told by the Chamber of Commerce in town that I'm allowed to start my own business as long as I keep my TN status & pay any taxes.

I originally submitted that question to the Department of Commerce and got response from the Chamber only, so I need a second opinion: Am I entitled to start my own IT company as TN visa holder?

Thanks to all who contribute and keep this forum up & running!

 

[TheRealCanadian]

I originally submitted that question to the Department of Commerce and got response from the Chamber only, so I need a second opinion: Am I entitled to start my own IT company as TN visa holder?

Yes, but each client you do work for needs to have a separate TN.

 

[UScit1ab]

How does that apply if the client is located in Canada or overseas (remote work)?
It seems to me that they couldn't submit a visa petition because they are not in the US.

Thanks again.

 

[nelsona]

Remote work, under very strict circumstances is permited, as long as neither you nor the foreign firm is benefitted from your being in US. Otherwise, even a foreign comapny would have to sponsor you for a TN, likely for a US client.