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On a Federal level the Canada-U.S. Tax Treaty allows Income tax paid to the U.S. government (where it is earned) to be deducted on a Canadian tax return. See: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/inte...atters#TopFAQs
It's a very good idea to talk to a tax attorney who is familiar with this arrangement and can guide you through the paperwork, at least for the first year and any year when circumstances change.
I am wondering why so many people want to live in Canada and work in the States? I am not knocking it, just curious.
Many people do it because it's hard to get an equivalent job as credentials and experience often aren't recognized, or you're paid in U.S.$, or the legal/cultural/linguistic framework is too difficult to make the change.
Isn't it amazing that this thread is NINE years old( from 2007 ) and people are still talking about it ?
Jim B.
The thought of Donald Trump winning the presidency has a lot of us Americans thinking of moving to Canada. So no, it's not amazing that this thread is still active. Which leads me to this question. If an American wanted to live in Canada, is retired and has Medicare (the US healthcare for retires) is that honored in Canada?
I just love your Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and think very highly of Canadians for electing him. On the other hand I can't imagine living in a country where the citizens would elect Donald Trump.
I hate to break this to you...........But no, a retired US citizen cannot live in Canada, full time. We don't have an Immigration class for "retirees ". Canada wants and seeks Immigrants who are able and willing to work, and contribute to our economy, through their taxes.
The best that you can hope for is to be able to "VISIT " as a tourist for up to six months, in any 12 month period of time. By the way, that regulation is exactly the same as what Canadians who go to the USA, have to comply with. The exact regulation is " 183 days in country in total , then 183 days out of the country ". Obviously the Canadian Border Services Agency can make sure about your time in Canada, as when you enter our country, that fact is recorded in the computer data base.
A second point. As far as I know, US government medical services are only available within the confines of the US territories. So, no, you can't expect to be able to get medical care in Canada, with out paying for it, with a credit card, or cash. Visitors to Canada from any other country, are strongly advised to buy "medical travel insurance " before they arrive here.
Is it possible to live in Montreal but commute to NY(Champlain)? I notice the posts for this topic are over 7 years old. Any new information as far as Immigration?
Is it possible to live in Montreal but commute to NY(Champlain)? I notice the posts for this topic are over 7 years old. Any new information as far as Immigration?
While the original topic is old it still conveys pertinent information for those in the same situation as our op who i wonder if he ever realized his dream. personally i wouldnt want to deal with border guards 2X a day as sooner or later you going to run into a grumpy one and if you get denied entry status your lifestyle will take on a sudden inconvenient status.
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Reading through this thread made me curious about my own options for the first time. For some reason I never really considered it but I do love Canada and perhaps should know more about the possibilities in case we ever need it someday.
Anyway, my wife and I are still fairly young and definitely working age (early 30s). But we have business that allows us to live anywhere so wouldn't need to work in Canada to survive.
I have 5 uncles/aunts who live in Canada and 15 or 20 cousins who are citizens (though half live in the states). My wife also has many Canadian relatives though not as many as me. What is the procedure for them to sponsor us? Is it better if we are seeking employment in Canada and bring special skills or is it good that we don't need employment?
Thanks for any info. I will also search for information online but some of you seem fairly knowledgeable on this topic.
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Originally Posted by CTartist
The thought of Donald Trump winning the presidency has a lot of us Americans thinking of moving to Canada. So no, it's not amazing that this thread is still active. Which leads me to this question. If an American wanted to live in Canada, is retired and has Medicare (the US healthcare for retires) is that honored in Canada?
I just love your Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and think very highly of Canadians for electing him. On the other hand I can't imagine living in a country where the citizens would elect Donald Trump.
Yeah, it's not really possible to simply "retire" to Canada. You could purchase property there but even then can only spend 182 days at it. Consider Central America. Costa Rica, Panama and Mexico are very popular for US retirees and it is quite easy to get appropriate Visas/Citizenship.
Just following up on my own post, it seems that having relatives that is not immediate family does not really help. I suppose I could ask my parents to be sponsored by their siblings to eventually bring me if I really wanted to.
Seems my only other option would be to try to apply as a self-employed artist. But that might be a stretch, at least at the moment.
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has a lot of us Americans thinking of moving to Canada. So no, it's not amazing that this thread is still active. Which leads me to this question. If an American wanted to live in Canada, is retired and has Medicare (the US healthcare for retires) is that honored in Canada?
