What Canadians Should Know About US Entry Waivers and Working South of the Border

Crossing into the US isn't always as simple as showing your passport, especially with a criminal record or a job waiting south of the border. In this episode of FH&P Lawyers' Law Talk, Partner Clay Williams sits down with lawyer Kevin Cheung, called to the bar in both New York and British Columbia, to talk about US entry waivers, criminal record concerns, and cross-border work.Clay and Kevin discuss:What a US entry waiver is and who needs oneWhich crimes actually require a waiverWhat goes into a waiver application, and how long it takesHow long a waiver lasts before it needs renewalWhy the border has full discretion over waiver approvalsHow old convictions, including decades-old marijuana charges, still countWhy a Canadian pardon doesn't clear your record at the US borderWhether charges (without a conviction) need to be disclosedWhy it's better to disclose everything up frontWhat's involved in crossing the border to work, from offer letters to entry packagesHow your long-term intentions affect which immigration pathway appliesThe difference between a work visa and a green cardWhat remote workers need to know before doing any work while physically in the USOFFER: Kevin is offering a FREE 15-minute consultation for US immigration inquiries. Book directly through his profile: https://www.fhplawyers.com/people/kelowna-lawyers/kevin-cheung.html (offer valid until September 30, 2026).If you have a criminal record and are planning to travel to or work in the US, this conversation offers a practical starting point, and where to get legal advice early. Book a Consultation with FH&P Lawyers.This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.FH&P Lawyers | Rooted in Community. Ready to Help.#ImmigrationLaw #USImmigration #CrossBorderWork #EntryWaiver #FHPLawyers #LawTalkPodcast #OkanaganLawyers #KelownaLawyers