TN Visa Requirements Checklist

Must be a valid Canadian or Mexican passport. TN visas are only available to citizens of Canada and Mexico, not permanent residents. Provide clear copies of all pages.

Include visa pages, I-94 records, and prior petition approvals. Required if applicant has previously held US status. Ensure legibility and completeness.

Police clearance certificates from all countries where applicant has lived for 6 months or more since age 16. Required for certain countries and may be requested by consular officer.

Ensure all fields are accurately completed for TN category. Must be signed by the US petitioner and dated within 60 days of submission. Include the TN Supplement with detailed information about the qualifying profession and proposed work.

Contract must detail terms, duties, wages, and duration. Must specify the qualifying NAFTA profession and how the position meets the requirements. Should be on company letterhead and signed by authorized representative.

Job description must specify roles, required qualifications, and how the position qualifies as a NAFTA profession. Should be on company letterhead and signed by HR or relevant manager.

Include job descriptions, responsibilities, achievements, and progression. Must demonstrate relevant experience in the qualifying NAFTA profession field.

Provide documentation showing the position is on the NAFTA professional list and meets the specific requirements for that occupation. Include job duties, required qualifications, and how they align with NAFTA criteria.

Include all post-secondary degrees and transcripts. If degree is from outside the US, provide credential evaluation from NACES-approved agency. All documents not in English must be accompanied by certified translations.

Include any required professional licenses, certifications, or registrations for the specific NAFTA profession. Some professions require specific licenses to practice in the US.

All documents not in English must be accompanied by certified translations. Translations must include certification statement, translator's credentials, and signature.

Prepare for consular interview with knowledge of TN requirements, qualifying profession evidence, and be ready to answer detailed questions about the petition and proposed work.

Include Articles of Incorporation, business licenses, tax ID, financial statements, and evidence of business legitimacy. Demonstrates the petitioner's ability to support the TN beneficiary.

Chart should show the beneficiary's placement in the company hierarchy and reporting relationships. Must demonstrate the professional nature of the position and its alignment with NAFTA requirements.

Required if beneficiary is currently in the US and employed. Submit consecutive pay stubs showing employer name, pay period, gross/net pay, and deductions. Scans must be clear and unaltered.

Strongly recommended for those seeking TN extension or change of employer. Include signed federal tax returns (Form 1040), all W-2s, and any 1099s. Supports maintenance of status and continuous employment.

Medical examination by approved panel physician if required by specific consulate. Not required for all TN applications but may be requested for certain countries or circumstances.