TN Visa Approvals: 1099 vs. W-2 Roles – What You Must Know
Can you qualify for TN status if you’re paid on a 1099? Learn how CBP and USCIS evaluate independent contractor vs. W-2 employment for TN approvals.
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Can you qualify for TN status if you’re paid on a 1099? Learn how CBP and USCIS evaluate independent contractor vs. W-2 employment for TN approvals.
If you’re a Canadian software engineer headed to the U.S., your TN visa success hinges on two things: the job must be true engineering-level software work, and your degree must align with a bona fide engineering specialty. This guide breaks down the updated rules, which degrees qualify cleanly, why computer science degrees face extra scrutiny, and how to present duties in a way that matches U.S. government standards.