How long does TN status last?

Up to three years at a time, renewable.

No. There is no cap and no registration period.

Can family members come?

Yes. Spouses and children receive TD status. TD status does not authorize work.

What if the job title does not match the list exactly?

The duties and credentials matter more than the title. We assess the match before you apply.

For Employers

TN Visa for Canadian and Mexican Professionals

Under the USMCA trade agreement, Canadian and Mexican citizens in designated professions can work for U.S. employers in TN status. It has no annual cap and no lottery.

Start Your Case

Free to qualify. Complete your intake, then book your free strategy call with an attorney.

Flat attorney fee $1,400

Who this is for

U.S. employers hiring Canadian or Mexican professionals
Engineers, accountants, scientists, computer systems analysts, management consultants, and other listed professions
Professionals renewing or changing employers in TN status

Key requirements

Canadian or Mexican citizenship
A profession on the USMCA list, and the credentials that profession requires
A prearranged job with a U.S. employer
Intent to stay temporarily

What your flat fee includes

Eligibility review and case strategy
Complete preparation of all forms and the supporting legal brief or cover letter
Customized document checklist in your portal
Attorney review, signature, and filing
Response to any Request for Evidence on a case we file
Preparation for any government interview
Weekly status updates and scheduled attorney calls

We prepare you for every government interview, and that preparation is included in your flat fee. Attorney attendance at an interview is not included. If you would like your attorney to attend a USCIS interview with you, attendance is available for a separate fee.

Fees

Attorney fee

TN (USMCA Professional)$1,400

Government fees (paid separately)

CBP processing fee (Canadian citizens applying at a port of entry): Paid at the border
Consular visa application fee (Mexican citizens): $185
Form I-129 (if filed with USCIS): $1,015
$510 for small employers and nonprofits. Plus Asylum Program Fee.
Asylum Program Fee (applies to Form I-129 and Form I-140): $600, $300, or $0
$600 for employers with 26 or more full-time employees; $300 for employers with 25 or fewer full-time employees and for individuals who self-petition; $0 for nonprofits.

Government fees shown as of October 2, 2026 and subject to change. We confirm current fees in your written quote.

How the process works

1
Role and profession match review
2
Employer support letter and credential package prepared
3
Canadian citizens apply at a port of entry or preclearance location; Mexican citizens apply for a visa at a U.S. consulate; either can be filed with USCIS when the worker is already in the United States
4
Entry and I-94 review
5
Renewal calendared

Common questions

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Get Started

Ready to start your business immigration case?

Click Start Your Case and complete a brief intake. A licensed immigration attorney will review your situation within 72 hours, and you can book a free strategy call as soon as your intake is done. There is no cost to qualify.

Start Your Case, Free to Qualify

Free to qualify. Complete your intake, then book your free strategy call with an attorney.

No hourly billing. No retainer. One flat attorney fee, stated before you begin.