Overview
The TN category, created under the North American trade framework (now the USMCA, successor to NAFTA), allows qualified citizens of Canada and Mexico to work in the United States in certain designated professional occupations.
Key requirements
The applicant must be a citizen of Canada or Mexico, the job must fall within the list of qualifying professions, and the applicant must have the required qualifications for that profession (often a relevant degree or credentials). The position must be a genuine professional role offered by a U.S. employer, and the stay is temporary.
How Do Law can help
We confirm that the role fits a qualifying profession, prepare the supporting documentation and employer support letter, and advise Canadian and Mexican professionals on entry procedures, extensions, and the interplay between TN status and longer-term immigration goals.