Our firm handles TN visas for Mexicans and Canadians ensuring that the job type falls under the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement). The list of acceptable TN occupations is found here: https://www.nafsa.org/regulatory-information/8cfr2146.
The USMCA allows for the temporary entry of Canadian and Mexican professionals into the U.S. under the TN status, which was originally established by NAFTA. To qualify, an individual must be entering to work in a profession listed in the agreement and have the required credentials, such as a baccalaureate degree.
On the application to USCIS which is submitted either to the border or through a USCIS office in advance of border entry (or to transfer between U.S. employers), our law firm must explain the job description clearly to united factors that can hinder easy approval. For one, working for a U.S. employer in a position consistent with their profession is required. There should be a clear nexus between the employer’s industry and services, the job offered (in a NAFTA listed occupation), and the person’s background and relevant degree.
The spouses of TNs may not work as they have only TD (Treaty Dependent) status.