is tn visa a sponsorship

by Junius Mills DVM Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

So while a TN Visa does require a job offer and written support from a US employer, this is not considered formal sponsorship.

Does a TN visa need sponsorship?

Yes, TN is simpler, but you need “visa sponsorship” in terms of your employer providing you a formal offer that matches TN requirements; and if you are fired or laid off, you cannot stay in the USA, and have to get a new employer to get a new visa. So you should answer “yes” to the visa sponsorship question.

What are the requirements for a TN visa?

You may be eligible for TN nonimmigrant status, if:

You are a citizen of Canada or Mexico;
Your profession qualifies under the regulations;
The position in the United States requires a NAFTA professional;
You have a prearranged full-time or part-time job with a U.S. ...
You have the qualifications to practice in the profession in question.

Who qualifies for a tn 1 visa?

Physician (teaching and/or research only) – M.D., or state/provincial license
Dentist – D.D.S., D.M.D., or state/provincial license
Occupational Therapist – baccalaureate degree or state/provincial license
Pharmacist – baccalaureate degree or state/provincial license
Physio/Physical Therapist – baccalaureate degree or state/provincial license

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Can I change jobs with TN visa?

TN visa workers cannot begin employment with a new or additional employer until they receive authorization from U.S. immigration authorities. 8 CFR 214.6 (i) . TN visa workers can change employers by mail using form I-129 in the same manner as if filing for an extension of status.

What is a TN sponsorship?

The TN visa is a visa that is issued to Canadian and Mexican nationals only and is based on the North American Free Trade Agreement between the countries.

What type of visa is a TN visa?

The nonimmigrant NAFTA Professional (TN) visa allows citizens of Canada and Mexico, as NAFTA professionals, to work in the United States in prearranged business activities for U.S. or foreign employers. Permanent residents of Canada and Mexico are not able to apply for TN visas to work as NAFTA professionals.

How much does it cost to sponsor a TN visa?

Sponsorship requires the college/department to pay $460 in application fees. USCIS processing varies from 3-5 months.

Can an employee pay for a TN visa?

Unlike with other types of business immigration cases, employees are permitted to pay for the TN process. They can pay the lawyer fees, filing fees and any other costs associated with obtaining TN status.

Do employers need to sponsor TN visa?

Unlike the H-1B visa, the TN visa doesn't require sponsorship or petition by an employer. Additionally, there is no cap on TN visas, so there's no attendant concern related to racing the clock to obtain a visa before the cap is reached.

Is TN visa tied to employer?

TN status is employer-specific, meaning NAFTA TN visa holders can work only for the U.S. employer listed on the TN application. Working for an employer different from the one listed in the TN application is a violation of U.S. immigration laws.

Does Amazon sponsor TN visa?

Transportation Associate - Employer Sponsorship Amazon does not sponsor for immigration, including for H-1B, TN, and other non-immigrant visas, for this role.

Can TN visa get green card?

TN Visa to Green Card through consular processing Alternatively, TN visa holders can simply leave the U.S. and file an application for a green card from their respective home countries. This is known as consular processing. The USCIS will process the petition and issue you a priority date.

Can my wife work if I have a TN visa?

Simply put, via the TD visa, as a spouse or child of a TN visa holder, you can apply to work and live in the U.S. under this visa status.

Is TN status a sponsorship?

Canadians and Mexicans are both able to obtain TN Visa status without the formal sponsorship associated with the processes of obtaining H-1B Visas and US Green Cards. A TN visa is not considered formal sponsorship, here are a few reasons why.

Can Canadian work in US without sponsorship?

The short answer is yes, Canadian citizens can indeed work in the United States, but just like any other foreign national, they must first obtain the appropriate U.S. work visa from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What is sponsorship required to work in the US?

As explained, getting a sponsorship employment visa requires you to have an offer from a US employer. The US employer must send you a contract to sign, which will then be part of the sponsorship documents. In some nonimmigrant visas the Department of Labor first requires a Labor Certification.

Is TN visa better than H-1B?

Differences Between TN Visa and H1B Visa H1B visas are much more difficult to obtain but allow for dual intent, while TN visas do not. Also, eligibility for a TN visa is restricted to a list of approved occupations, whereas the H1B only requires that the occupation involves Bachelor degree-level skills or knowledge.

Is a TN visa a permanent resident?

Well, the TN visa is a non-immigrant type of visa classification that is available to the citizens of Mexico and Canada. Those who have a TN visa can work and live in the U.S. – initially for 3 years, after which you can extend the period indefinitely, regardless of how many years you plan on staying there.

What is tn1 visa?

A TN-1 is for Canadian professionals, and a TN-2 is for Mexican professionals. The applicants need to be qualified under one of the listed professions. Accepted NAFTA Professions must adhere to nonimmigrant classifications. Permanent residents of Canada or Mexico are not eligible for the TN visa.

How long is a TN visa good for?

three yearsEntering on TN authorization allows qualified Canadian and Mexican citizens to stay and work in the United States, as long as their U.S. job offer falls under a list of NAFTA professions. TN status is valid for up to three years, and is indefinitely renewable.

NAFTA ( TN)

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) creates special economic and trade relationships for the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The TN nonimmigrant status allows professionals from Canada and Mexico to work in the U.S. Mexican professionals must obtain a TN visa at a U.S. Consulate or Embassy to enter the U.S.

Form I-9

When completing Section 1 of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, an employee in TN status should select “An alien authorized to work” and enter the admission number and expiration date of their status as indicated on Form I-94/Form I-94A, Arrival/Departure Record.

What is a TN visa?

The TN Permit is for the employment; a TN Visa allows entry to the country based on the permit. Canadian Citizens generally do not require a Visa. TN stands for Trade NAFTA which allows the ease of access to resources across the border as long as they meet the NAFTA requirements. At the border you are requested a proof of employment and validation of your credentials if you qualify. That is all there is to it. Also, you are only allowed to work the duration listed on your TN permit. At the end of the employment, the TN employee must leave immediately as overstaying is against the intent of the original permit. For TN renewals, they need to go back to the port of entry or apply with USCIS. The employer has no obligation to send you back to Canada or cancel your TN, it is the responsibility of the TN employee. Therefore, it cannot be considered a sponsorship. In a sponsorship the employer has a liability to the foreign employee. In the case of TN, the employer has no liability to treat you as a foreign employee, including bearing the cost of TN, attorney fees, travel costs, etc.

What happens at the end of a visa?

At the end of the term of the visa, you have to leave the USA and re-apply with a new offer letter, from the same employer or another one. This can be as short as crossing the border and turning around but it has to be done on the way into the USA.

Can a company sponsor you on a visa?

Yes, it is visa sponsorship, as the company needs to be willing to hire you with a visa; there are many companies that are very specific on not sponsoring visas.

Is TN mentioned on every website?

This is specifically mentioned on every web site for the TN.

Does a US company issue a TN visa?

A US company does not issue a TN visa. They provide a letter of support for hiring a NAFTA professional.

What is TN visa?

The TN Visa was created by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in order to facilitate temporary employment in the United States for approved Canadian and Mexican citizens. The purpose was to strengthen business and trade relations between the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

How to renew TN visa?

The process of renewing or extending your TN status can be carried out by filing Form I-129H1 along with proof of the TN status holder’s education/citizenship and a letter addressing the need for the extension. At the point in which the job or TN status officially expires, individuals are required to leave the country. Unlike the H-1B grace period, TN visas do not have this leeway period.

How many professions qualify for a TN visa?

Here is a list of the 60 professions that qualify you for a TN visa:

Can a spouse work in the US with a TD visa?

The TN visa holder’s spouse and/or children under the age of 21 may be eligible for TD nonimmigrant status. This status allows dependents to enter the U.S. with the TN visa holder and be granted the same period of stay. There are some restrictions to the TD nonimmigrant status for dependents. Spouses and children are not permitted to work while in the United States, but they are permitted to study.

How is TN different from traditional sponsorship?

Hiring an employee on TN is different from traditional sponsorship because it requires minimal work for the employer and there are no further obligations for the employer once TN status is granted, besides remaining compliant

What is TN status?

TN status allows Canadian and Mexican citizens to come to the United States to work in certain specialty occupations. But as an employer, the process can be daunting. Who is eligible, where do you submit your application, and how much does it cost? Read on for the answers to these questions and more.

What form do I need to file for nonimmigrant status?

When submitting the application to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the employer also needs to submit Form I-129 (“Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker”). This is the only case where the employer needs to submit the complete application.

What do employers need to provide for the TN application?

What application materials do employers need to provide for the TN application? In the most basic cases, the employer only needs to provide a letter of support for the employee indicating the job opportunity, the NAFTA profession, dates of employment, compensation, and other basic information.

How long is a TN valid for?

TN is valid for up to 3 years at a time but is renewable indefinitely as long as the individual does not show immigrant intent

Can a strong TN be rejected?

Strong TN applications are rarely rejected outright. At CBP, unsuccessful TN applications are provided the opportunity to “withdraw,” especially in circumstances where the Canadian employee applies at a pre-clearance facility and is able to stay in Canada. USCIS may often ask for a Request For Evidence (RFE) for applications that are initially not approved

What form do I need to apply for TN?

In addition, when applying for admission, you should have in your possession a copy of the Form I-129, and all supporting documentation that was submitted to USCIS, to respond to questions about your eligibility. You should also be prepared to pay any applicable inspection fees at the time you seek admission. If a CBP officer finds you eligible for admission, you will be admitted as a TN nonimmigrant.

How to qualify for TN classification?

You may establish eligibility for TN classification at the time you seek admission to the United States by presenting required documentation to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at certain CBP-designated U.S. ports of entry or at a designated pre-clearance/pre-flight inspection station. You must provide the following documentation to the CBP officer:

Can I file for TN on behalf of Canadian citizen?

Alternatively, a prospective TN employer may choose to file on behalf of a Canadian citizen who is outside the United States by submitting Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker to USCIS. Premium Processing Service is available.

Can dependents of TN be TD?

Dependents of TN Nonimmigrants. Any accompanying or “following to join” spouse and children under the age of 21 may be eligible for TD non immigrant status. Spouses and children are: Not permitted to work while in the United States, but they are permitted to study.

Can I apply for a TN visa as a nonimmigrant?

If USCIS approves Form I-129, you, the prospective worker, may then apply to CBP for admission to the United States as a TN nonimmigrant by providing the following documentation to a CBP Officer at certain CBP-designated U.S. ports of entry or at a designated pre-clearance/pre-flight inspection station:

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