Navigating the TN Management Consultant Category
An overview of risks and tips for navigating the TN Management Consultant category.
Khadija DerrickJuly 11, 2022
Do you need consulting experience to qualify for a TN visa as a management consultant?
You could qualify as a management consultant for a TN visa if you have over 5 years of work experience in a field related to the consulting agreement.
Do I Need to Work for a U.S. Employer on a TN Visa?
One of the TN requirements is that the employer making the job offer must be a U.S. entity, meaning either a U.S. company or a U.S. individual.
Khadija DerrickJanuary 27, 2022
TN Categories that do not require a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Some TN visa categories do not require a bachelors degree; applicants can qualify with a 2-year post-secondary diploma/certificate, work experience, or a license depending on the category.
Khadija DerrickJanuary 20, 2022
We are a Canadian company and would like to send some employees to work for our U.S. subsidiary. Should we apply for TN, L-1, or B-1 Visitor for admission?
Canadians can apply for TN, L-1, B-1 at the border, and must take care to choose the right category to not risk denial.
Khadija DerrickDecember 28, 2021
I am a car mechanic. Can I come to the U.S. to find work under the TN visa category?
Canadian car mechanics may fit under the engineer or scientific technician categories of the TN visa in limited cases.
Khadija DerrickNovember 29, 2021
What are the quickest ways a Canadian citizen can get U.S. work authorization?
If you are a Canadian citizen, you can quickly obtain US work authorization by applying at the border for a TN or L1 visa.
Khadija DerrickNovember 25, 2021
I am a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and a Canadian citizen. Can I work in the US under the TN Visa?
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) does not qualify for a TN visa but can potentially obtain an employer-sponsored green card through the PERM process. Registered Nurses (RN) can apply for a TN Visa.
Khadija DerrickNovember 24, 2021
Is a Master’s Degree Sufficient for a TN Visa?
If you have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, it is sufficient to qualify you for a TN position that requires a Bachelor’s degree.
Khadija DerrickOctober 26, 2021
What is the Scientific Technician/Technologist TN Category?
Scientific Technicians/Technologists can apply for a TN visa under NAFTA but they will have to meet specific requirements.
Khadija DerrickApril 19, 2021
Does the TN Visa Have a Salary Requirement?
TN applicants should show that they will be paid a salary that reflects their professional qualifications and professional-level employment in the U.S.
Khadija DerrickMarch 18, 2021
Do I need an evaluation of my foreign educational credentials for TN Visas?
In short, TN applicants who received a degree from an educational institution not located in Canada, Mexico, or the United States must provide an evaluation of their foreign educational credentials. Background The TN – or “Trade National” – visa was…
Jenny ZhanFebruary 8, 2021
Our company is thinking about hiring a TN visa applicant. What requirements would hiring a TN visa applicant place on our company, if any?
What are the obligations placed on the TN employer? The Trade National, or “TN,” visa is an excellent option for Canadian or Mexican nationals in specific occupations to temporarily work for an employer in the United States. The visa is…
Jenny ZhanDecember 8, 2020
Scott Legal Hosting Free Webinar on TN Visa Requirements
Scott Legal are hosting a free Zoom Webinar on TN visa requirements and sponsorship considerations. This seminar will go over the TN visa requirements including: The TN visa requirements explained What is Sponsorship? Why a TN Visa does not…
Jenny ZhanNovember 30, 2020
I am currently in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa. Can I renew my U.S. visa in Mexico?
Many of our clients are in the U.S. on some sort of a non-immigrant visa. We often get asked the following question from our clients: Can I renew my visa in Mexico? Applying for initial non-immigrant visa in Mexico If…
Jenny ZhanNovember 20, 2020
What impact will the Biden/Harris administration have on TN visa? What changes did the Trump administration make with regards to TN visa?
TN visa is a visa that is based on an agreement between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. It allows certain professions (for example lawyers, accountants, graphic designers, researchers, engineers) to easily obtain employment in the U.S. Please see more about the TN…
Jenny ZhanNovember 12, 2020
How long can I stay in the U.S. if I enter on a TN visa? Can I stay 1 year or 3 years?
TN visa is a visa that is based on the free trade agreement between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. It allows certain professions (for example lawyers, accountants, graphic designers, researchers, engineers) to easily obtain employment in the U.S. Mexican nationals…
Jenny ZhanJuly 21, 2020
What documents should I bring to the border/visa interview when applying for a TN visa?
If you are Canadian or Mexican national and you have an offer from a U.S. company to work in a profession that is listed on the NAFTA profession list, you could qualify for a TN Visa. If you are a Canadian national,…
Jenny ZhanJuly 9, 2020
Can I bring my family to the U.S. on my TN visa? What is TD visa?
If you are Canadian or Mexican national and you have an offer from a U.S. company to work in a profession that is listed on the NAFTA profession list, you could qualify for a TN Visa. You may be wondering whether your…
Jenny ZhanJuly 9, 2020
Does the new Proclamation apply to Canadians? Can a Canadian get an H-1B or L-1 visa? Can a Canadian get a TN visa?
On Monday June 22, The Trump Administration signed an Executive Order suspending the entry of some H-1B, H-4, H-2B, J, and L visa holders, with some exceptions. Starting on 12:01 am EST on June 24 and lasting until December 31, the…
Jenny ZhanJune 26, 2020
What are the TN Visa Requirements? What are some TN Visa Considerations?
A TN1 visa is a visa that is based on the free trade agreement between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. It allows certain professions (eg. lawyers, accountants, graphic designers, researchers, engineers) to easily obtain employment in the U.S. The process…
Jenny ZhanJune 3, 2020
I have a majority ownership interest in a U.S. Company. Can the company sponsor me for an H-1B visa? Can the Company sponsor me for an O-1 or TN visa?
H-1B One of the H-1B requirements is that the petitioning U.S. company demonstrates that there is an Employer-Employee relationship. This means that the petitioning company will have to show that it can hire, pay, fire, supervise and otherwise control your…
Jenny ZhanMay 29, 2020
I was not selected in the H-1B visa lottery. What other visa can I apply for? Can my employer sponsor me for a green card? Can I apply for a green card?
If you were not selected in this year’s H-1B visa lottery and you want to stay in the U.S., here are some possible visa options you could consider. TN Visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals: If you are Canadian or…
Jenny ZhanApril 7, 2020
I am an attorney in Canada/Mexico and I want to come to the U.S. on a TN visa. Do I have to have a law degree from a U.S. University?
If you are a citizen of Canada or Mexico, your profession qualifies under the TN regulations, the position in the U.S. requires a NAFTA professional, you have the necessary qualification, and you have a pre-arranged employment with a U.S. employer,…
Jenny ZhanApril 1, 2020
Can I qualify for a TN visa if I do not have a Degree? Can I Qualify for a TN Visa with only work experience? What type of job can I qualify for?
The TN visa is available to Mexican and Canadian nationals who are coming to the U.S. to engage in business at a professional level. For purposes of the TN visa, engaging in business at a professional level means the applicant…
Jenny ZhanFebruary 3, 2020