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ByJeremy Richards
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The TN visa has become a key pathway for Canadian professionals seeking employment in the United States. Learn how TN visa usage has evolved since NAFTA, which industries rely on TN workers, and how cross-border professional mobility continues to shape the North American workforce.
ByJeremy Richards
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The TN visa allows Canadian and Mexican professionals to work in the United States under the USMCA trade agreement. But what would happen if the USMCA were renegotiated or ended? This article explains how changes to the agreement could impact TN visa holders, future applicants, and U.S. employers that rely on cross-border professional mobility.
ByJeremy Richards
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Applying for a TN visa as a Canadian? Your employer support letter (often called a TN “border letter”) is the heart of your application at the port of entry. Here’s what CBP expects to see, what to include, and a practical sample template to help you prepare with confidence.
ByJeremy Richards
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TN visas do not have a formal prevailing wage requirement like H-1B petitions. There is no Labor Condition Application (LCA) and no Department of Labor wage filing step. However, the offered salary still matters because officers want to see credible, professional-level employment that matches the occupation, duties, seniority, and location. This article explains how TN wages are evaluated in practice and shows where applicants and employers can check market wage data to confirm the offer is “safe.”
ByJeremy Richards
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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.
ByJeremy Richards
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Most TN visa delays and denials aren’t caused by the applicant — they’re caused by the employer letter. A standard HR offer letter usually fails to prove the USMCA profession, duties, or temporary nature of the job. Here’s why, and what a proper TN support letter must include.
ByJeremy Richards
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Understand how to qualify for a TN visa as a Scientific Technician or Technologist under USMCA. Learn about supervisor roles, job duties, and training needed.
ByRebecca Kroll
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A Canadian consultant secured his second TN visa with our help. As an independent contractor, he was quickly approved thanks to thorough documentation and expertise.
“This is my second TN using Mr. Richards’ law firm! All the professional paperwork was prepared by this law firm in good order… I highly recommend Canadian people seeking TN to use this law firm.”
—Michael Szeto
ByJeremy Richards
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With a strong consulting background and expert legal guidance, a Canadian professional achieved quick TN visa approval to lead impactful U.S. workshops focused on poverty reduction.
“I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking support with what can seem like a rather daunting process! They were truly wonderful to work with.”
—Suzie Johnson-Smith
ByJeremy Richards
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Recent changes in TN visa processing at U.S. consulates in Mexico have led to increased denials, especially for professionals in agriculture, engineering, and food safety. Learn about the latest updates, common reasons for refusals, and best practices to improve your chances of approval.