Can you get a TN visa for trades such as welders, boiler makers, carpenters, electricians, and mechanics?
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Can you get a TN visa for trades such as welders, boiler makers, carpenters, electricians, and mechanics?

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Under the United States-Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), Mexican and Canadian citizens with offers of employment to work in identified professional-level positions can qualify for TN Visa status. TN visa status is only available for those listed under the USMCA professions list. We discuss TN visa status for trades such as welders, boiler makers, carpenters, electricians, mechanics, etc. here.

Is there a physical presence requirement for a TN visa?
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Is there a physical presence requirement for a TN visa?

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TN visa status is granted to either Canadian or Mexican nationals authorizing them to perform professional-level work in designated USMCA professions for US employers or US clients. One of the requirements for receiving TN visa status is that you must be working inside the United States. We discuss the physical presence requirement for TN visa status here.

Does a Data Scientist qualify for a TN Visa?
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Does a Data Scientist qualify for a TN Visa?

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The profession of a Data Scientist is not one that is specifically listed under the USMCA professions list. If you have received a job offer to work in the United States as a Data Scientist, it is important to understand how the profession is classified for TN Visa purposes before you submit an application for TN visa status. We discuss the profession of a Data Scientist for TN visa purposes here.

Can I be self-employed on a TN Visa?
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Can I be self-employed on a TN Visa?

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TN Visa status is reserved for Mexican and Canadian nationals that will be working for a US employer or servicing a US client. Employment is a required component to obtain TN Visa status. Self-employment is not allowed under the TN Visa status. We discuss the employment requirement of TN Visa status and what is considered self-employment here.

What are the visa options for Truck Drivers?
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What are the visa options for Truck Drivers?

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The United States, Canada, and Mexico rely heavily on trade with each other. One of the largest facilitators of trade is transporting goods via tractor-trailer. Under the USMCA, tractor-trailer drivers can transport goods to and from the United States with some limitations. We discuss the profession of a tractor-trailer driver, the principle of cabotage, and allowances under the USMCA here.

How do I get TN Visa status as an Astronomer?
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How do I get TN Visa status as an Astronomer?

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The profession of an Astronomer is listed under the USMCA(NAFTA) professions list as a profession that qualifies for TN visa status. If you are a Canadian or Mexican Citizen with an offer of employment from a US employer as an Astronomer, you might qualify to work and live in the US under TN Visa status. We discuss the profession of Astronomer for TN Visa status under the USMCA and how to qualify here.

How do I get TN Visa status as an Apiculturist (Beekeeper)?
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How do I get TN Visa status as an Apiculturist (Beekeeper)?

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The profession of an Apiculturist (Beekeeper)  is listed under the USMCA(NAFTA) professions list as a profession that qualifies for TN visa status. If you are a Canadian or Mexican Citizen with an offer of employment from a US employer as an Apiculturist, you might qualify to work and live in the US under TN Visa status. We discuss the profession of an Apiculturist for TN Visa status under the USMCA and how to qualify here.

How do I get TN Visa status as a Technical Publications Writer?
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How do I get TN Visa status as a Technical Publications Writer?

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The profession of Technical Publications Writer is listed under the USMCA(NAFTA) professions list as a profession that qualifies for TN visa status. If you are a Canadian or Mexican Citizen with an offer of employment from a US employer, you might qualify to work and live in the US under TN Visa status. We discuss the profession of a Technical Publications Writer for TN Visa status under the USMCA and how to qualify here.

Can I get a TN Visa as a Project Manager or Operations Manager?
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Can I get a TN Visa as a Project Manager or Operations Manager?

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The ability for both Canadian and Mexican nationals to work in the United States with a TN Visa under the USMCA(NAFTA), is limited to the professions listed under USMCA Chapter 16 Appendix 2. The USCMA professions list is specific to the qualifying profession and required qualifications. Professions not listed, do not qualify for TN visa status. We discuss the profession of a project manager or operations manager for TN Visa purposes here. 

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.