Time limit for Canadian in US?

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aurumsage

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I am a Canadian currently living in Quebec dating a woman in US. I own a home in Quebec, my drivers license in Quebec, vote in Quebec, car registered in Quebec, etc. I am about to exceed the requirements for the "substantial presence test". Since I am able to meet the requirements for the "closer connection" to Canada and I pay Canadian taxes, does that allow me to be present in US for up to 183 days or do I have to follow the requirements for the "substantial presence test" that would only allow me to spend about 120 days in US?
 
Yes, but it does impact whom I have to pay taxes to. I want to maintain my Canadian residency and benefits and therefore pay Canadian taxes while maximizing my time in US. So the SPT and closer connection apply. Are there other limitations that restrict how much time I can spend in the US? Does not the US want to classify you as a resident if you are in the US more than 183 days?
 
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