NEWS BULLETIN

4 April 2025

President Trump Administration: Open for Business

Advantages for the Canadian Trucking Industry

1. Permission to Do Business

With uncertainty in the Canadian trucking industry, Canadian trucking companies now have the opportunity to expand into the U.S. No minimum investment required. Options include:

  • Structuring a U.S. division
  • Forming a joint venture
  • Acquiring a small U.S. trucking company
  • Transferring excess trucking inventory

By becoming a U.S. trucking company, you gain unrestricted cross-border operations.

2. Permission to Work

U.S. Business Expansion Visas
Key employees essential to U.S. operations can be transferred under this visa.

Requirements:

  • The Canadian company must have operated in Canada for at least one (1) year and remain in operation.
  • Annual sales volume or gross revenues must exceed US$1,000,000.
  • The company must employ at least ten (10) full-time employees.
  • Key employees must have worked for the company for at least one (1) year in the last three (3) years.

Expert Support

CanAm Immigration and New York Immigration Law Group provide an in-house Immigration and Corporate Mobility Business Plan, ensuring government decision-makers recognize the company’s qualifications and key employees’ essential roles.

In 2023 U.S. Business Expansion Visas Issued Globally: 159,948

U.S. Business Investor Visa

Canadian trucking companies with four or more trucks can establish their own company in the U.S., enabling interstate operations on both sides of the border.

  • Minimum Investment: US$100,000
  • Canadian inventory (trucks, tools, etc.) counts toward the investment
  • Minimum US$50,000 cash flow required to start operations
  • Two investors can establish a company with 50-50 ownership

In 2023 U.S. Investor Visas Issued Globally were 54,000, out of which 6,254 were issued to Canadians.

Complimentary Consultation Available – Let’s strategize for your success!

Become a U.S. Broker

Facilitating trade and services between the U.S. and Canada with no investment required.

In 2023 U.S. Broker Visas Issued: 5,806

Obtain a U.S. Work Visa Permitting Interstate Transport for Canadian Truck Drivers & Owner-Operators (Max. 9 Months)

Requirements:

  • Sponsors: U.S. companies or Canadian companies with U.S. divisions/joint ventures
  • Admissible: Canadian truck drivers & owner-operators

Advantages:

  • Additional revenue opportunities in U.S. funds
  • Increased service offerings for clients
  • Better driver retention due to enhanced conditions
  • Less waiting time for return loads

Expert Insight

Serge Choinière, VP of Transport Division
With 30+ years in the transportation industry, Serge has worked across Canada and the U.S. as a driver, mechanic, subcontractor, and business owner. He understands the challenges of empty return trips and missed opportunities due to legal restrictions. Now, with temporary U.S. work visas permitting interstate transport, Canadian trucking companies finally have a game-changing solution.

We offer a complimentary assessment to determine your eligibility. Upon request, we can connect you with businesses that have successfully utilized our services. Embark on your U.S. business success journey with confidence!

CanAm Immigration & New York Immigration Law Group: Your Trusted Partner

Since 1994, we have provided expert U.S. business immigration services with a personalized approach, assisting over 7,000 businesses and investors in securing 27,000+ business visas and permanent residencies for key employees.

We are a one-stop shop

1. ‎Planning for Success

  • Market entry strategy
  • Legal & regulatory compliance
  • Financial investment planning

2. Permission to Do Business

  • Business entity formation
  • Licensing & operational approvals
  • Franchise-specific consulting

3. Permission to Work

  • Work authorization processes
  • Spousal work permits
  • Scalable & replicable business models

Contact us today for unlimited free consulting!