TN VISas
EFFICIENT, CAP-FREE, AND IDEAL FOR INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS
CAP-FREE, no lottery, faster than H-1B
EFFICIENT and IDEAL FOR INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS
LOWER COST
FAST PROCESSING
TRUSTED FRAMEWORK
GROWING NETWORK
What is the TN Visa?
The TN visa is a work authorization program created under NAFTA (now the USMCA) to support business mobility between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
It allows U.S. companies to sponsor eligible citizens from those countries for temporary work in specific, pre-approved professional roles. TN status is employer-specific, meaning a valid offer of employment is required.
The application process is streamlined compared to other visas, making it faster and less costly.
There is no annual cap, and approvals can be renewed indefinitely as long as the position and eligibility criteria continue to be met.
Disclaimer: Guidance does not constitute legal advice and is general in nature.
How TN Compares to H-1B
CAP:
PROCESSING:
ELIGIBLE ROLES:
h-1b
85,000 per year
Broader specialty occupations
TN VISA
No annual cap
6+ months
How TN Compares to H-1B
Cap: TN has no annual cap; H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year.
Processing: TN-typically 1-4 weeks. H-1B—six months or longer.
Cost: TN government fees ~$200-$500; H-1B often exceeds $5,000 with legal/filing fees.
Eligible Roles: TN for approved USMCA professions like engineers, technicians, accountants; H-1B for broader specialty occupations.
Eligible TN Professions
Common TN-eligible roles for industrial employers include engineers, technicians, scientists, accountants, computer systems analysts, and management consultants .
The full list is defined by the USMCA, and ForgePoint can help you determine eligibility for your hiring needs.
How ForgePoint Helps
ForgePoint coordinates the TN visa process from eligibility screening to paperwork and start date. We ensure job roles match required criteria and navigate credential verification, scheduling, and documentation.
Disclaimer: Guidance does not constitute legal advice and is general in nature.
COST:
Often exceeds $5,000 with legal/filing fees
Typically 1-4 weeks
Government fees ~$200-$500
Approved USMCA professions like engineers, technicians, accountants
Eligible TN Professions
Common TN-eligible roles for industrial employers include engineers, technicians, scientists, accountants, computer systems analysts, management consultants, and more.
The full list is defined by the USMCA, and ForgePoint can help you determine eligibility for your hiring needs.
How ForgePoint Helps
ForgePoint coordinates the TN visa process from eligibility screening to paperwork and start date. We ensure job roles match required criteria and navigate credential verification, scheduling, and documentation.
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For Canadian citizens, approval can happen at the port of entry, often in under 30 minutes with complete documentation. For Mexican citizens, a consular appointment is required, which currently averages 1-4 weeks depending on the consulate. Once approved, the visa is valid for up to three years.
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No. There is no cap on renewals and no maximum number of years someone can hold TN status. As long as the role qualifies and the worker meets the requirements, it can be renewed indefinitely in three-year increments.
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The USMCA lists 63 eligible professional occupations. These include engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical, industrial, chemical), accountants, architects, computer systems analysts, scientists, scientific technicians, management consultants, and a range of medical and allied health professionals. The full list is set by the treaty and hasn't changed since implementation. ForgePoint can help you determine whether the roles you're hiring for qualify.
HIRE SKILLED PROFESSIONALS FROM MEXICO AND CANADA
HIRE SKILLED PROFESSIONALS FROM MEXICO AND CANADA
Faster than H-1B, with no annual cap.