Breaking News—President Trump pledged today to double the auto tariff on Canadian vehicles to 50% and put new tariffs on auto parts starting Jan. 1st, escalating the spiraling trade fight between the two economies.

I wish that Canadian Prime Minister Carney would respond by proposing a truly free trade deal or economic union with the United States because it would benefit both countries enormously, but it looks like he’s going to retaliate, and Canadians are going to lose even more jobs and earning power as a result.

It’s all so foolish and unnecessary—economically, at least.

Well, if you’re a Canadian business owner or entrepreneur who’s suffered enough and wants to live and work in the United States, here are two visa options to consider:

1. The E-2 visa allows you to live and work in the United States by investing at least $100,000 in a U.S. business that you own, direct, and develop. You can invest in a startup, franchise, or acquired business.

E-2 visas are typically issued for 5 years and are renewable indefinitely.

Your spouse and children under 21 are also eligible for derivative E-2 visas, and your spouse can work (or not) anywhere he or she pleases.

2. The L-1 visa, on the other hand, allows owners of medium-sized or relatively large Canadian companies to transfer key executives, managers, or specialized knowledge employees to a U.S. company with a qualifying relationship, such as parent-subsidiary or affiliate.

I’m Joseph Bovino, U.S. immigration and business attorney based in the free state of Florida, serving clients worldwide and specializing in visas for entrepreneurs, investors, business owners, and other exceptional individuals who want to help make America even greater than it already is.

Use the link in my bio if you’d like to contact me or schedule a video consultation.