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USA Work Visas Immigration for Canadians

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) contains provisions that enable Canadians to obtain US work visas very quickly and with minimal documentation.

Under NAFTA, a Canadian Citizen who has a temporary offer of employment in the United States may qualify for a TN visa.

NEW TN Visas are Now Valid for Three Years

In October 2008, the Bureau of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services increased the initial maximum period of admission for TN Visas from one year to three years. Further, those that want to apply for extensions of their TN Visas can apply for a period of up to three years instead of the previous one year maximum.

In order to qualify for a TN visa, applicants must have a US job offer that is found on a list of occupations on the NAFTA list in Chapter 15, Schedule 2 of NAFTA. (See list below on this page.)

Does your job offer not appear on the NAFTA list? Call us. We may be able to help!

Advantages of TN Visas

The most attractive feature of TN Visas over other types of visas is that applicants can obtain TN Visas right at the a U.S./Canadian border or airport. Applicants are required to appear at the border with the necessary documentation. An immigration official will review the documentation and, if that officer is satisfied that the applicant qualifies for the TN Visa, the visa issued on the spot!

TAKE NOTE: DON'T BE FOOLED INTO THINKING TN VISAS ARE EASY TO GET. YOUR DOCUMENTATION HAS TO BE EXACTLY WHAT OFFICERS ARE LOOKING FOR OR YOU WILL BE REFUSED!

Get it right the FIRST TIME !

CALL US FOR A FREE CONSULTATION ON YOUR TN VISA CASE.

Who is Eligible for a TN Visa?

Only Canadian Citizens (and Mexicans) are eligible for a TN visa. Permanent residents or landed immigrants are not eligible.


TN Visa "Top 10 Tips"!

  • US Job offer should be consistent with your Education
  • US job offer should appear on the NAFTA LIST
  • US job offer should not exceed three years
  • US job offer letter should be properly formatted with all relevant information
  • When you apply, READ and UNDERSTAND all your documentation
  • Your resume should be well organized and complete
  • Employment references should be consistent and relevant
  • Bring a valid Canadian Passport for at least three years
  • Foreign degrees and diplomas should be evaluated as equivalent to Canadian or US Standards
  • Get your TN Documentation reviewed by an Immigration Professional

Documents Required for TN Visa

  • Proof of Canadian Citizenship (Birth Certificate or Passport)
  • Evidence that the intended employment/business activity and the applicant qualify under Chapter 15, Schedule 2 of NAFTA. This means that the applicant is required to provide:
    • A temporary Offer of Employment from a prospective U.S. employer;
    • Copies of relevant educational degrees, diplomas and certificates
    • Letters of reference from previous or current employers confirming your experience in your occupation (if applicable)


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Appendix 1603D.1 to NAFTA (Occupation List)



    Medical Professionals :

  • Dentist
  • Dietician
  • Medical Laboratory Technologist
  • Nutritionist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Pharmacist
  • Physician
  • Physiotherapist
  • Psychologist
  • Recreational Therapist
  • Registered Nurse



    Scientists :

  • Agriculturist
  • Animal Breeder
  • Animal Scientist
  • Apiculturist
  • Astronomer
  • Biochemist
  • Biologist
  • Chemist
  • Dairy Scientist
  • Entomologist
  • Epidemiologist
  • Geneticist
  • Geologist
  • Geophysicist
  • Horticulturalist
  • Meteorologist
  • Physicist
  • Plant Breeder
  • Poultry Scientist
  • Soil Scientist
  • Zoologist


    Professionals :

  • Accountant
  • Architect
  • College Teacher
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Disaster Relief Insurance Adjuster
  • Economist
  • Biologist
  • Engineer
  • Forester
  • Graphic Designer
  • Hotel Manager
  • Industrial Designer
  • Interior Designer
  • Land Surveyor
  • Lawyer (including Quebec Notary)
  • Librarian
  • Management Consultant
  • Mathematician / Statistician
  • Range Manager / Conservationist
  • Research Assistant (post-secondary)
  • Scientific Technician / Technologist
  • Seminary



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