Work Visa for Canadian and Mexican Citizens

TN Visas are temporary work visas available only to citizens of Mexico and Canada. Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), a citizen of a NAFTA country may work in a professional occupation in another NAFTA country, as long as the applicant meet certain requirements. The spouse and unmarried, minor children of the principal applicant are entitled to the derivative status (called TD visa), but they are unable to accept employment in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements:
Visas are only available to citizens of Mexico and Canada
The profession is on the NAFTA list (professions listed on application package)
The applicant has the specific criteria for that profession
The prospective position requires someone in that professional capacity
The applicant is going to work for a U.S. employer