TN Visas - valid documentation...

Nickaex
New Member



Joined: 15 Sep 2008
Posts: 2
Location: canada

Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 2:36 am

 

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Hi,
I am about to apply for a TN visa but I want to be sure to have everything in order before going. the requirements list that I find around the web is somehow not that clear.

1. do you need all original documents or photocopies are ok?


2. 3 years of experience requirement - how do you prove this experience? - tax forms? simple letter from previous employer?

3. if I have an offer from an employer for a short period (1-3 months), with possibility of extension. do i need go back to canada after 3 months? or the TN is good for 12 months and I can stay as long as its not expired?

4.how do you know your school (diploma) is certified? ( i attended a private school and been told told that my diploma may not be valid)

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Nickaex
New Member



Joined: 15 Sep 2008
Posts: 2
Location: canada

Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 6:27 pm

 

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Also, does the job has to be full time? because , there is a couple of months in these 3 years where I was part-time

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Doodie
Junior Member



Joined: 02 Sep 2008
Posts: 11

Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2008 7:50 am

 

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I recommend originals as much as possible. I had my bachelors degree laminated and brought it with me. They want originals! As far as the years of experience, full time is preferable. All I had to prove my work experience was a resume. I think what they really look for is the letter of employment with:
- dates of first and last day of work, max 1 year
- address of work
- salary
- duties: and the duties MUST meet the official governmental job descriptions, this aspect is pretty important

The TN will last as long as your contract. So if you have a 3-month contract, that is how long your TN will be approved for. If they renew your work they can file I believe the I-129 to extend your TN and this can be done from the US without having to leave the country. Good luck!

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