H-1B converting to TN-1

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kisrani

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I am a canadian citizen, born in india, working in the US. Currently I am on a H-1B 9 (completing the 3 yr term, and renewal for next 3 yrs in process) as the company started the GC process, but was stuck at the PERM stage. Initially i was on a TN-1 prior to the H-1B.

Right now i am evaluating options to switch jobs, and one offer requires me to switch back to TN-1 due to the cost involved for them in transferring the H-1 B and they do not want to commit to a GC right now. Something they might consider in the future.

Is this a do-able thing meaning switch from H-1 back to TN-1. I understand to re-do GC, i will have to go back on H-1 again. Also if do-able do I have to go back to CANADA for the switch, or can it be done will being here in the US, like i did for TN-1 renewal and converting to H-1 B.

Any feedback is highly appreciated.
 
You can switch to TN from H1. Your best bet is to do this at border, since by mail will cost $1300, which seems too expensive for your cheap new employer.

Are you sure you want to go work for a firm that has no interest in meeting your needs?
 
Some employers prefer TN over H1 transfer because it is a bit faster if you go to the border. Even if they do premium H1 transfer or premium TN by mail, there is still at least a week or two before the new employee can start working. But if you go to the border today to get a TN, you can start working for the new employer on the same day.
 
Thanks for your responses. does anyone know how much is the cost in transferring H-1B from one company to another, and how does that compare to the $1200 for TN-1 by mail?
 
There is no H1 "transfr". Each employer underatking to hire an H1 worker, files the same I-129 and LCA. So the cost is the same whether it is the first H1 or the 10th. Its more.

Your concern should be about leaving an employer who is willing to sponsor gc to go to one who doesn't want to spend a dime on you.
 
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