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Frequently Asked Questions on TN Visa Category
What is the TN visa category?
The TN visa category allows citizens of Canada and Mexico to temporarily work in the United States in certain professional occupations that are listed in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
To be eligible for a TN visa, an individual must:
Be a citizen of Canada or Mexico.
Have a job offer from a U.S. employer in a profession listed in NAFTA.
Possess the necessary qualifications, such as a degree or relevant work experience, for the profession.
The TN visa is available for a wide range of professional occupations, including but not limited to: engineers, scientists, computer systems analysts, lawyers, accountants, teachers, and management consultants. A full list of eligible professions can be found in the NAFTA agreement.
TN visa holders can initially stay in the United States for up to three years. Extensions of stay are possible in increments of up to three years, with no maximum limit on the total length of stay.
Spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21 of TN visa holders are eligible to accompany them to the United States under the TD visa category. TD visa holders are not allowed to work in the United States, but they can attend school or college.
TN visa holders can change employers in the United States, but they must obtain a new TN visa status with the new employer. This typically involves filing a new TN petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or, for Canadians, presenting a new job offer at the port of entry.
Yes, TN visa holders can apply for permanent residency in the United States. However, they must first obtain a dual intent visa status, such as an H-1B visa, to pursue permanent residency without jeopardizing their TN status.
Yes, citizens of Canada and Mexico can apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy in their home country. Canadian citizens also have the option of applying for a TN visa directly at a port of entry.
The specific documents required for a TN visa application may vary depending on the individual's profession and circumstances. Generally, applicants will need a valid job offer letter from a U.S. employer, proof of citizenship, and evidence of qualifications for the profession.
Processing times for TN visa applications can vary depending on factors such as the workload at the U.S. consulate or embassy and the completeness of the application. Generally, it can take several weeks to a few months for a TN visa application to be processed.
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