Retain Foreign Tech Workers Facing Visa Challenges
How does our TRIP service work?
Every year, tens of thousands of skilled tech workers are forced to leave the US annually due to visa constraints. The costs associated with replacing such talent and the direct negative effect on businesses and team morale drive home the urgency of a solution. Imagine a scenario where you can swiftly, legally, and cost-effectively relocate your invaluable top-tier talent to Canada while they continue to work remotely for your US company.
Enter the Global Talent Stream (GTS) immigration program—a game-changing solution. Through our Canadian Tech Talent Relocation Program (TRIP), we provide a lifeline for U.S. companies facing the risk of losing their tech talent due to visa restrictions. By leveraging the GTS, we facilitate the relocation of your skilled tech professionals remotely to Canada. This strategic move not only retains your talent but also offers a seamless solution for remote work that benefits the employer and the worker. Our approach aligns with the need to navigate complex immigration hurdles while ensuring business continuity and fortifying your workforce.
Why Investing in Your Current Tech Talent is Important
The cost to replace skilled tech talent is $50-$100K. You save money by using our TRIP service, retain your employee, and maintain productivity. It’s a win-win for all.
Global Talent Stream (GTS) Compared to H-1B
- H-1B (US)
- Global Talent Stream (Canada)
H-1B (US) | Global Talent Stream (Canada) | |
$ | $3999 /year | |
How are candidates chosen? | Lottery | Merit |
When can you apply? | Before lottery, once/year with 2-3 chances max | Anytime |
Annual caps for candidates | 85,000 cap | No quota |
Process for Green Card/Permanent Residence | Company sponsorship | Candidate owns the process |
Time for Green Card/ Permanent Residence | 3–20 years 5–50 years | 1-3 years 12-24 months |
Timeline to get approval | If selected, takes 4-6 months for approval If not selected, up to 3 years | 45–60 days |
Approval rate | ~15% | 99% |
Work Visa (Lawyer and government fees) | $10K–$20K | $5-$6K |
Green Card (Lawyer and government fees) | $15–$20K | Paid by worker | Buy Now | Buy Now |
Our 3-Step Process To Relocate Your Employee
Quickly qualifying your employee for Global Talent Stream
Handling the Canadian immigration process with our Canadian immigration experts
Serving as your Employer of Record in Canada and successfully onboarding your employee to work remotely in their current role
Learn how Dallas-based Pension Live relocated their foreign-born employee to Vancouver to work remotely through Global Talent Stream
“After the third H-1B denial, we started taking it seriously.”
Without attaining his visa, Pranav and his wife would have had to leave the US. As a valued member of the team, Pension Live looked for ways to keep him employed.
Pranav Diwate, Software Engineer, Pension Live. Masters of Computer Science from the University of Texas
Success Stories
Our relocation experts are here to answer your questions and explore options for retaining your tech employees in Canada.
Submit a qualification form to determine if your tech employee qualifies for Global Talent Stream. Or email us at [email protected] with any questions.