Moving from Newfoundland and Labrador to the USA

Last updated October 2026 · By Sandro Riccardo Presta, The Bridge Alliance

Short answer: Most people moving from Newfoundland and Labrador to the U.S. use TN status (professionals), the E-2 visa (business investors), the L-1 (company transfers), an EB-5 investment or a family-based green card. Before you go, plan for MCP (Medical Care Plan) coverage ending, Canada’s departure tax rules and provincial tax for your move year. The Bridge Alliance coordinates the move with licensed U.S. immigration attorneys. Requirements change; confirm yours in a free consultation.

U.S. visa options for people moving from Newfoundland and Labrador

Pathway	Who it suits	Key point
TN (USMCA)	Professionals in listed occupations with a U.S. job or client	Canadians can usually apply at a port of entry or preclearance airport
E-2 Treaty Investor	Canadians investing in and running a U.S. business	Canada is an E-2 treaty country; the investment must be substantial (no fixed minimum)
L-1 Intracompany Transfer	Managers, executives or specialists of a company with Canadian and U.S. offices	Usually requires 1 year with the company in the last 3
EB-5 Investor green card	Investors seeking a green card	US$800,000 in a targeted employment area or US$1,050,000 otherwise (EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022), plus job creation
Family-based	Spouses, children and some relatives of U.S. citizens or permanent residents	Waiting times depend on the relationship

See our USA visas guide for detail. A licensed U.S. immigration attorney confirms eligibility.

Newfoundland and Labrador-specific things to plan

Health coverage: MCP (Medical Care Plan) has rules about how long you can be away and when coverage ends after you move. Read the official MCP (Medical Care Plan) page and arrange U.S. health insurance to start the day you arrive.
Crossing the border: Newfoundland and Labrador has no U.S. preclearance airport, so most people use connecting flights through a Canadian preclearance airport such as Halifax, Montréal or Toronto or apply at a preclearance airport in another province.
Departure tax: when you become a non-resident of Canada, the CRA generally treats certain property as sold at fair market value (a “deemed disposition”). Some assets, such as RRSPs and Canadian real estate, are treated differently. Get advice from a cross-border tax professional.
Provincial tax: provincial income tax generally depends on where you lived on December 31 of the tax year, so the timing of your move from Newfoundland and Labrador matters.

Steps

Book a free consultation with The Bridge Alliance to compare your options.
Pick a pathway and gather documents (passport, degrees, job offer or business plan, police certificates if needed).
Your licensed U.S. immigration attorney prepares and files the application.
Plan your exit from Newfoundland and Labrador: MCP (Medical Care Plan), CRA departure filing, banking and your vehicle.
Move, then set up U.S. banking, a driver’s license and health insurance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most common way to move from Newfoundland and Labrador to the USA?

There isn’t one answer. Professionals with a U.S. job often use TN status, business owners often look at the E-2 visa, and people transferring within a company may use the L-1. A free consultation helps you compare.

When does MCP (Medical Care Plan) coverage end if I move to the USA?

It depends on MCP (Medical Care Plan)’s absence and residency rules. Check the official MCP (Medical Care Plan) page and buy U.S. health insurance that starts when you arrive.

Do I pay a departure tax when leaving Canada?

When you become a non-resident, the CRA generally treats certain property as sold at fair market value. Speak with a cross-border tax professional before you move.

Can I apply for TN status at the border?

Canadian citizens can usually request TN status at a U.S. port of entry or a preclearance airport, with a qualifying job offer and proof of their credentials.

Is The Bridge Alliance a law firm?

No. The Bridge Alliance coordinates your move; licensed partner attorneys give legal advice and file applications.

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About The Bridge Alliance

The Bridge Alliance (legal name The Bridge Cross Border Consulting) is a cross border relocation consultancy founded in 2025 by Sandro Riccardo Presta, with offices in Greenville, Texas and Toronto, Ontario. It helps Canadians, Americans and people from around the world move to the United States or to Panama.

Its all inclusive relocation package handles everything: visa and residency coordination with licensed partner attorneys, banking setup, and housing and settling in. Pricing is explained in a free consultation. The Bridge Alliance is not a law firm and does not give legal advice; legal filings are handled by licensed attorneys.

Contact: (945) 220-8102 · info@thebridgealliances.com

Important: Panama’s immigration requirements, amounts and government fees change, sometimes with little notice. This page is general information, not legal advice. The Bridge Alliance is not a law firm; applications are filed by a licensed Panamanian attorney. Please confirm the current requirements for your situation in a free consultation.