U.S. Work Visa

TN Visa

How We Help

Employ Canadian and Mexican professionals without annual cap or prevailing wage hurdles. We guide you through border applications or USCIS petition filing.

TN Visa Background

The TN is a work visa that allows U.S. employers to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA (NAFTA).

We help streamline compliance and accelerate hiring for professionals in eligible occupations.

VISA DURATION
3-Year Terms
Initial 3-year period with unlimited renewals. No maximum stay limit unlike H-1B.
FAMILY VISAS
TD Dependent Visa
Spouses and children may obtain TD visas, though work authorization is not possible.
PORTABILITY
Transfer Ready
Existing TN holders can transfer to a new employer and begin work once approved.
INTENT
Non-Immigrant Intent
TN holders must demonstrate intent to depart once status ends.

TN Eligibility

Canadian or Mexican citizenship, qualifying USMCA profession, a genuine qualifying position, detailed job offer, and professional qualifications.

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Canadian or Mexican Citizen
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USMCA Profession
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Qualifying Position
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Valid Job Offer
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Professional Qualifications

TN Pricing

Trusted by

As seen in: AdaptiveSecurity, Wordware, Micro1, Trustwell

Ellis Processing

3 Days

Ellis Fee

$2,500

Fees Include

Overnight shipping (petition and notice), degree equivalency and translation (if necessary), consulate interview practice with former consulate officer, RFE response (if necessary)

tn Timeline

Employee Assessment

3 days

Support Letter Drafting

1 day

Petition Preparation

1 day

Final Review & Processing

1 day

Verify USMCA profession qualifications and review employee's credentials.

3 days

Why choose Ellis?

Approach

Canadian and Mexican professionals need their TNs processed quickly. Ellis combines attorney expertise with technology that keeps you informed in real time, replacing the slow updates and cumbersome processes of traditional firms.

  • Dedicated Attorney
  • AI-driven accuracy
  • Live Dashboard
  • Empathetic Comms
Legacy Firms
  • High Paralegal Ratios
  • Manual Tracking
  • Opaque Pricing
  • Slow Replies

TN Visa FAQ

The TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican citizens under the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA). It allows qualified professionals to work in the U.S. in specific occupations on a temporary basis. Applicants must meet the required education or credential requirements for the role and have a valid job offer from a U.S. employer.

Testimonials

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TESTIMONIAL
SEAN MCDERMOTT
Ellis is an exceptional immigration partner, delivering fast and knowledgeable service. Their platform makes the process easier than anything I've experienced in over a decade and a half of hiring international candidates to tech companies.
SEAN MCDERMOTT
Chief People Officer, Adaptive Security
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TESTIMONIAL
DAVID GULLEY
From start to finish, Ellis kept us informed and confident, tailoring their approach to our company's specific needs with remarkable attention to detail and results. Their unwavering commitment to client success truly sets them apart in an industry too often marred by complexity.
DAVID GULLEY
HEAD OF GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCES, TRUSTWELL
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TESTIMONIAL
Filip Kozera
Ellis turned immigration into a competitive advantage for us. Being able to say "we've got your visa covered" helped us close top candidates we otherwise might have lost.
Filip Kozera
FOUNDER & CEO, WORDWARE

U.S. Immigration Solved

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