Can you get TN Visa status as an Orthotist or Prosthetist?
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Can you get TN Visa status as an Orthotist or Prosthetist?

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The profession of an Orthotist or Prosthetist is not listed under the USMCA(NAFTA) professions list as a profession that qualifies for TN visa status. However, it is listed as a similar occupation to an Occupational Therapist and a Physical Therapist. We discuss the profession of an Orthotist or Prosthetist for TN Visa status under the USMCA and how to qualify here.

Is my profession considered “Schedule A” for a Green Card?
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Is my profession considered “Schedule A” for a Green Card?

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In general, a US employer that wishes to hire a foreign worker on a permanent basis must obtain a permanent labor certification from the DOL before USCIS can issue a green card. There are few exceptions to this requirement, commonly referred to as the “Schedule A” professions; including professional nurses, physical therapists, and immigrants of exceptional ability in the sciences and arts.