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ByRebecca Kroll
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Writing a TN visa support letter for the first time? Learn what U.S. employers should include, common mistakes to avoid, and how to prepare a strong support letter for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Applying for a TN visa with a salary change, hourly pay, or project-based compensation? Learn how CBP reviews compensation, what documentation to bring, and how to explain pay variations at the border.
ByJeremy Richards
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The B-1 Specialized Trainer exception allows certain Canadian professionals to enter the United States temporarily to train U.S. workers on specialized equipment, machinery, technology, or proprietary processes. Learn the eligibility requirements, documentation needed at the border, and how Canadian companies can use this business visitor category to support U.S. projects while remaining compliant with U.S. immigration laws.
ByRebecca Kroll
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If your spouse is working in the United States in TN visa status, you may wonder whether you can apply for your own TN visa instead of remaining in dependent TD status. In some cases, this may be possible if you independently qualify for a TN profession.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Canadian professionals applying for TN status often want to know how early they can present their application at the border before their job start date. Understanding timing at the port of entry is key to avoiding delays and ensuring a smooth entry into the United States.
ByRebecca Kroll
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TN applications are decided instantly at the border but approval is not guaranteed. Learn how CBP officer discretion works, what they evaluate, and how to reduce denial risks.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Canadian professionals and U.S. employers take note: a new $100,000 H‑1B fee takes effect September 21, 2025, but it only applies in specific consular processing cases. Learn who it impacts, when it doesn’t, and how to avoid it.
ByRebecca Kroll
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With advanced engineering credentials and a job offer in robotics, this Canadian professional was granted TN status to work in the U.S. for a global warehouse automation leader.
“The whole team is very professional and responsive. Helped me to get my visa smoothly.”
— Zhe Ding
ByRebecca Kroll
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A Canadian citizen with a multidisciplinary technical background secured a TN visa to work in the U.S. as a Computer Systems Analyst supporting an innovative IoT ecosystem.
“They were knowledgeable, patient, and guided me step by step through the entire process. Their clear explanations and timely support made the process smooth and stress-free.”
— Chintan Patel
ByJeremy Richards
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Canadian and Mexican professionals on H-1B visas may be eligible to switch to TN status. Learn when it makes sense—and when it doesn’t.