frequent travel on B1

[swati mp]

Consider this case please - my h1 is close to expiry (another 6 months to final death), my employer has just started to process my green card application, but of course, there isn't ample time for me to continue in USA. So I plan to move to Canada till the time the I-140 is available. Meanwhile, due to nature of my job, I need to travel occasionally to US. I have a valid B1 visa.
My question is, how many trips of what duration each do you think it is safe to make to USA on a B1 visa, whilst my green card application is on, and also where my H1B is still valid but not stamped? I say H1B is valid because if I move out now, I can again recapture some time on it.

[peace999]

Will you be working for the same employer on a work permit in canada?

There is No set rule on duration / frequency.
Just make sure you are not spending more than 1-2 wks in US on each B1 visit, to raise suspicion that you
were working in US.

[swati mp]

Yes, it will be for the same employer. I'll just need to make client visits regularly, so each stay will be short duration like you suggested. However, I might need to come often, like every 2 months maybe. Do you think that will get suspicious after 2-3 such trips?

[swati mp]

And would I need to support my trips with payslips of other country, i.e., Canada in this case?

[peace999]

A short trip every 2-3 months wont't be a problem at all.

Just be proactive in carrying your employment proof in canada ( pay stubs) , and a letter from your company
attesting to your activities in US on your trips.

[swati mp]

Thank you for the info, it helps.