VWP and H1B1

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wssee

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Hi, let's assume that i have H1B1 stamp on my passport already.. As we know, we have to enter USA 10 days prior to the start date of employment.. But i would like to visit USA earlier.. more like 2 weeks instead of 10 days..

1) Enter USA first on VWP
2) Depart from USA to Canada for 1-2 nights..
3) Re-enter USA under H1B1 status for the first time since it would be 10 days prior to my employment date.

I am just wondering whether the above steps are legal or not.

Thank you for your time to read my post.
 
I think it's tricky if you depart to Canada, because going to Canada is not considered leaving the US if one is under VWP.
If you depart to the counties which are not adjacent to the US, it sure works.
 
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