At Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law, we pride ourselves in helping our clients obtain TN Visa status. We provide our clients with the best possible immigration representation available, and with hundreds of 5-star reviews, we guarantee our work product.
Although a TN Visa application can be done on your own, the process can be complex, taxing, and very stressful for all parties involved. Even small mistakes can lead to a refusal or denial.
It is best to speak with a TN Visa lawyer to verify your qualifications and review your application materials. Hiring an experienced TN Visa lawyer offers peace of mind, comfort, and reassurance during the application process. Once retained, we provide guidance and reassurance throughout the process at no additional charge.
We offer the following services for Canadians and Mexicans seeking to obtain TN Visa status to work within the United States.
Legal Services for TN Visas
A La Cart TN Visa Legal Services
For those that are not looking for full support and preparation of a TN visa application, we offer several alternative options. These include:
- TN Visa Consultation – A complete 30-minute assessment of your eligibility for a TN visa or other US immigration status. Includes a complete review of your qualifications, an explanation of the application process, and identification of any complicating factors. A TN visa consultation is required if your education was obtained outside of North America. This does not include the review or drafting of any documents.
- TN Visa Interview Preparation – Comprehensive 30-minute TN visa interview preparation and advice from an experienced TN Visa lawyer. This option is for those that have compiled all the necessary paperwork for a TN Visa application and want advice on how to apply for a TN Visa, which port of entry to use, and what to expect during the interview process. This does not include the review or drafting of any documents.
- TN Visa Support Letter Review – This option is for those that have already received a support or offer letter from their employer and want a second opinion. We will review the letter, provide comments and suggestions for improvements to the letter, and advise on necessary changes. Includes a 30-minute consultation. This does not include the re-drafting of the letter or TN Visa interview preparation.
- TN Visa Cover Letter – This option is for those that have complicating factors to their case or simply want an explanatory cover letter drafted by a qualified immigration lawyer for their TN Visa application directed to US Immigration. The cover letter is from our office directed to US immigration and addresses your qualifications and any complicating factors. Includes a 30-minute consultation.
- TN Visa Application Review – This option is for those that already have a TN visa application prepared and want a second opinion or guidance from a qualified immigration lawyer. We will review your complete TN Visa application and provide advice and counsel on your qualifications and any necessary changes to the application materials. Includes a 30-minute consultation. Review and advice only. Does not include drafting any supporting documents.
Complete TN Visa Legal Services
Complete TN Visa Lawyer Services for applications with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), US Embassy/Consular Filings, and US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), including the following:
- TN Visa Applications with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) – This option is for those looking for full TN visa application support for an in-person application with CBP either at a port of entry or through pre-flight inspection. This includes a complete TN Visa application, application instructions, TN visa interview preparation, and full application support for the duration of your TN Visa. There is no additional fee for emails or phone calls. A TN visa consultation is required if your education was obtained outside of North America. The TN Visa application includes:
- A cover letter to CBP from our law firm addressing your qualifications and any underlining complications.
- A complete TN Visa Support Letter.
- All necessary supporting evidence.
- Any relevant memos in support of the application.
- Post approval guidance and instructions.
- TN Visa Applications with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) – This option is for those looking for full TN visa application support for an I-129 Petition filed with USCIS for TN Visa status. This includes a complete USCIS Form I-129 Petition for TN Visa status, case strategy, TN visa interview preparation, and full application support for the duration of your TN Visa. There is no additional fee for emails or phone calls. A TN visa consultation is required if your education was obtained outside of North America. The TN Visa application includes:
- Completion of USICS Form I-129, I-129FT, and I-907 (If premium processing).
- A cover letter to USCIS from our law firm addressing your qualifications and any underlining complications.
- A complete TN Visa Support Letter.
- All necessary supporting evidence.
- Any relevant memos in support of the application.
- Post approval guidance and instructions.
- TN Visa Applications with a U.S. Consulate or Embassy – With limited exceptions, this option is for Mexican citizens that require a TN Visa stamp before applying for entry to the United States in TN Visa status. This includes a complete TN Visa application for submission during your interview, case strategy, TN visa interview preparation, and full application support for the duration of your TN Visa. There is no additional fee for emails or phone calls. A TN visa consultation is required if your education was obtained outside of North America. The TN Visa application includes:
- Review of DS-160
- A cover letter to USCIS from our law firm addressing your qualifications and any underlining complications.
- A complete TN Visa Support Letter.
- All necessary supporting evidence.
- Any relevant memos in support of the application.
- Post approval guidance and instructions.
Legal Services for TN Visa to US Permanent Residence (Green Card)
TN Visa to Green Card Legal Services
When done with competent legal counsel, TN visa holders benefit from the same process of obtaining a green card as other non-immigrant visa holders. The process is the same to go from a TN visa to a green card as it is to go from an H-1B visa to a green card. In most cases, there is no need to change status to an H-1B visa before applying for a green card. You can go directly from a TN visa to a green card. Our TN Visa to green card services include:
- TN visa to US permanent residence (green card) through PERM (EB-2 and EB-3) – We handle the entire process to adjust your status from a TN visa to US permanent residence (green card). This includes complete advice, strategy, and guidance for completing the necessary steps with the US Department of Labor for the proper submission of DOL ETA Form 9089 Permanent Labor Certification and the subsequent I-140 Petition for Foreign work with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and full application support. There is no additional fee for emails or phone calls. This includes:
- Submission of DOL ETA 9141 request for a Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD).
- Guidance and assistance on the drafting and posting of qualifying job Ads to meet the DOL posting and recruitment requirements for PERM.
- Completion of the required DOL Recruitment Report.
- Business necessity argument if required.
- Completion and submission of DOL ETA 9089 Application for Labor Certification.
- Advice on potential immigrant intent issues and how to overcome them.
- Completion of USCIS Forms I-140, I-485, I-765, I-131, and I-907 (If premium processing).
- Post approval guidance and instructions.
- TN visa to US permanent residence (green card) through Marriage to a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident – We handle the entire process to adjust your status from a TN visa to US permanent residence (green card) through marriage to a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident. This includes complete advice, strategy, and guidance for completing the necessary steps for filing USCIS Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative with USCIS, and full application support. There is no additional fee for emails or phone calls. This includes:
- Advice and assembly of all required evidence to support a bona fide marriage.
- Advice on potential immigrant intent issues and how to overcome them.
- Completion of USCIS Forms I-130, I-485, I-864, I-765, and I-131
- Post approval guidance and instructions.
We Can Help!
The US immigration lawyers at Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law have more than 30+ years of experience helping Canadian and Mexican Citizens to work and live in the United States with TN visa status. Read some of our hundreds of 5-star client reviews! Contact us today for an assessment of your legal situation.
We Can Help You Apply for TN Visas
At Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law, we focus our legal practice on the Immigration and Nationality Laws of the United States. Our specialized practice has allowed us to gain particular expertise with the preparation, filing, and successful adjudication of TN Visa applications (particularly on behalf of Canadians), including new applications, renewals, extensions, denials, and all other TN Visa related matters.
Our Resources for TN Visas
Helpful TN Visa Templates
Additional Outside Resources
- USTR: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
- USCIS: TN NAFTA Professionals
- USCIS: NAFTA (TN) Visas
- USCIS: I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
- USCIS: I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker
- USCBP: TN Visa Eligibility Checklist (PDF)
- USCIS: Chapter 9 – Evaluation of Education Credentials
- USDOS: Mexican and Canadian NAFTA Professional Worker
- USCIS: I-907, Request for Premium Processing Service
- USCBP: Arrival/Departure Forms: I-94 and I-94W
- Silvergate Evaluations (for Degree Equivalency)
Important TN Visa Memos
- MEMO: USMCA Professions List, Appendix 2 of Annex 16-A
- MEMO: 9 FAM 402.17, USMCA Professionals, TN & TD Visas (December 6, 2021)
- MEMO: TN Visa Education Requirements (May 8, 2013)
- MEMO: Appendix 1603.D.1, TN Visa NAFTA Professions Defined (May 8, 2013)
- MEMO: TN Visa Immigrant Intent (April 21, 2008)
- MEMO: Employment of Canadian and Mexican Professionals under NAFTA (March 16, 2005)
- MEMO: TN Visa Licensing Requirements (October 26, 2004)
- MEMO: TN Visa as a Scientific Technician / Technologist (November 7, 2002)
- MEMO: TN Visa Computer & Software Engineers (August 1, 2000)
- MEMO: TN Visa Self Employment (February 5, 1996)
- MEMO: TN Visa as a Physician (April 10, 1995)
- MEMO: Federal Register, TN Visa Licensure Requirements (December 30, 1993)
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