Tchern McCallum Immigration Law

Tchern McCallum Immigration Law Immigrating is more than paperwork — it’s about building a new future.

Tchern McCallum Immigration Law offers clear, strategic legal guidance for moving to Canada or the U.S., reuniting with family, or securing a work visa.

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗘-𝟮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝘆𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.Myth one: there's a legal minimum investment amount. There isn...
07/27/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗘-𝟮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝘆𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Myth one: there's a legal minimum investment amount. There isn't. “Substantial” is judged relative to the type and cost of the business, not against a fixed dollar figure.

Myth two: any business qualifies as long as you've invested money. Marginal businesses, ones that would only provide a minimal living for you and your family with no real growth potential, generally don't meet the standard.

Myth three: buying real estate counts as your investment. Passively holding property doesn't qualify on its own. The business behind the investment needs to be active and operating, not sitting idle.

These details matter because they're exactly where E-2 applications get refused. The strongest applications are built around a real, viable business plan from the start, not retrofitted after the purchase.

Book a consultation before you buy or invest: https://calendly.com/kseniatm

𝗟-𝟭 𝗼𝗿 𝗘-𝟮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮: 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨.𝗦. 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀?For Canadian entrepreneurs and executives expan...
06/30/2026

𝗟-𝟭 𝗼𝗿 𝗘-𝟮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮: 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨.𝗦. 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀?

For Canadian entrepreneurs and executives expanding into the United States, both options can be useful, but they are built for different situations.

The L-1 may fit businesses with an existing company abroad and a related U.S. office.

The E-2 may fit investors who want to start or buy a U.S. business and actively run it.

The right choice depends on your ownership structure, investment plans, role in the business, and long-term immigration goals.

We break down the key differences in our latest article:

https://www.tmimmigration.com/post/l-1-visa-vs-e-2-visa-comparison

General information only, not legal advice. For guidance specific to your business and immigration goals, book a consultation with Tchern McCallum Immigration Law.

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗨𝗦 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝗶𝘁?The E-2 Treaty Investor visa might be ...
06/29/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗨𝗦 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝗶𝘁?

The E-2 Treaty Investor visa might be your pathway.

To qualify, you need to be a national of a country that holds a qualifying treaty with the United States. Canada qualifies, which makes this a popular option for Canadian entrepreneurs.

You also need to make a substantial, proportional investment in a real, operating US business, one you will direct and develop yourself. There is no fixed minimum dollar amount. What matters is that the investment is enough to ensure the business succeeds.

The E-2 visa can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business keeps operating and you remain actively involved.

If you are exploring this path, talk to us before you sign a purchase agreement or lease. Structuring the investment correctly from day one makes a real difference at the visa interview.

Book a consultation to discuss your E-2 options: https://calendly.com/kseniatm

❓ 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒂 𝑫𝑼𝑰 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏 𝑬-2 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒂? 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒂𝒚 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖.Not necessarily.A past DUI or criminal charg...
06/16/2026

❓ 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒂 𝑫𝑼𝑰 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏 𝑬-2 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒂? 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒂𝒚 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖.

Not necessarily.

A past DUI or criminal charge does not automatically make someone ineligible for an E-2 investor visa. However, it can affect how a visa application is reviewed and may lead to additional questions during the process.

Factors that may be considered include:

✔️ The nature of the offence
✔️ Whether there was a conviction
✔️ When the incident occurred
✔️ Any history of repeat offences
✔️ Evidence of rehabilitation

Every situation is unique. What seems like a minor issue from years ago can still have immigration implications, while other cases may have solutions available.

If you're considering an E-2 visa and have concerns about a past DUI or criminal matter, understanding your options before applying is important.

📖 Read more: https://www.tmimmigration.com/post/dui-criminal-charge-e2-visa-eligibility

📅 Book a consultation to discuss your specific circumstances: https://calendly.com/kseniatm

General information only. Not legal advice. Immigration outcomes depend on individual circumstances.

𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴? 🇺🇸When applying for a marriage-based green card, couples typically choose bet...
03/06/2026

𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴? 🇺🇸

When applying for a marriage-based green card, couples typically choose between Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing. The best option depends on factors like where the foreign spouse lives, immigration status, and travel needs.

In our newest article, we explain:
✔️ The difference between both processes
✔️ When each option may apply
✔️ Important factors couples should consider

🔗 Read the full article:
https://www.tmimmigration.com/post/spousal-sponsorship-in-the-united-states-adjustment-of-status-vs-consular-processing

🚨 “𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑓 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑣𝑎𝑐𝑦 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑛-𝑒𝑥𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑡.”Our very own Ksenia Tchern McCallum appeared on CP24 to br...
12/04/2025

🚨 “𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑓 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑣𝑎𝑐𝑦 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑛-𝑒𝑥𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑡.”

Our very own Ksenia Tchern McCallum appeared on CP24 to break down what Canadian travellers need to know when crossing into the U.S. 🇨🇦➡️🇺🇸

From red flags to your rights (or lack thereof) at the border, Ksenia shares crucial insights every traveller should hear. ✈️🛂

📺 Watch the full segment now and travel smarter!
https://www.cp24.com/video/2025/11/11/your-expectation-of-privacy-at-the-border-is-non-existent-immigration-lawyer-on-us-travel/

Building a new life in Canada or the U.S. is a huge step. We believe the legal journey should feel like the easiest part...
07/28/2025

Building a new life in Canada or the U.S. is a huge step. We believe the legal journey should feel like the easiest part.

A very warm welcome to the Tchern McCallum Immigration Law page! 👋 We're a team of dedicated legal partners here to help you navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.

Specializing in both Canadian 🍁 and U.S. 🇺🇸 immigration, we handle everything from work permits and family sponsorship to complex inadmissibility cases. Our team is proud to offer support in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and Spanish.

Follow us for helpful insights, key updates, and expert guidance on your path forward.

We're so glad you're here. Say hello in the comments and let us know what you're hoping to learn! 👇

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