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How Can Professionals Submit Their Tn Visa Applications?
5/26/2025
The TN Visa application process differs depending on whether the applicant is a Canadian or Mexican citizen. Although the procedures vary slightly for this nonimmigrant Visa, both involve presenting specific documentation to establish eligibility.
Canadian Citizens
Canadian citizens enjoy a straightforward application process. They do not need to apply for a TN Visa at a U.S. consulate. Instead, they can establish TN eligibility by presenting the necessary documents to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at designated entry points.
The required documents include proof of Canadian citizenship and qualifications like transcripts or diplomas and a valid passport. Applicants must also provide a letter from the prospective U.S. employer detailing the qualifying TN profession, purpose of employment, and length of stay.
Alternatively, Canadian citizens can have their U.S. employer file Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker, with USCIS on their behalf. Once USCIS approves this petition, the applicant can present the approval notice and proof of Canadian citizenship when entering the U.S.
If the CBP officer finds the documents in order, the applicant will receive admission as a TN nonimmigrant.
Mexican Citizens
Mexican citizens must follow a different process. They must first obtain a TN Visa from a U.S. consulate or embassy in Mexico before entering the U.S. Once the Visa gets issued, they can apply for admission at designated U.S. ports of entry or pre-clearance stations, just like their Canadian counterparts.
Similarly, the required documentation at the port of entry includes proof of citizenship and qualifications, a passport, and an employment letter. If a CBP officer deems the applicant eligible, they will receive admission as a TN Visa holder.
Regardless of your citizenship, a TN Visa petition lawyer ensures you correctly prepare your paperwork and application. If any issues arise, they are well-equipped to address those challenges.
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