The TN visa is a type of non-immigrant visa for citizens of Canada and Mexico, allowing them to work in the United States in certain professional occupations, as specified in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

The TN visa is designed to facilitate trade and economic cooperation between the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and allows Canadian and Mexican citizens to enter the U.S. to work in pre-approved professional occupations such as management, science, engineering, education, and more.

To be eligible for a TN visa, the individual must have a job offer from a U.S. employer and must meet the specific requirements for their chosen professional occupation, as defined in NAFTA. The individual must also have the necessary educational credentials and work experience to qualify for the occupation.

The length of stay for a TN visa holder is initially up to three years, with the possibility of extension. It’s important to note that TN visa holders are subject to immigration regulations and must comply with the terms and conditions of their visa to remain in the U.S. legally.

Family-sponsored visas for immediate relatives of U.S. citizens

Family-sponsored visas are a type of immigrant visa for individuals who are the immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, such as spouses, children, and parents. This type of visa allows these family members to come to the United States and live permanently with their U.S. citizen relative.

Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens are given priority in the immigration process and do not have to wait for a visa number to become available, as they are exempt from annual visa quotas. The U.S. citizen must file a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on behalf of their relative, demonstrating their relationship and showing that they are able to support their relative financially.

Once the petition is approved, the family member can apply for a visa through the Department of State’s consular process, or they can adjust their status to a permanent resident if they are already in the United States legally.

It’s important to note that family-sponsored visas are subject to immigration regulations and the terms and conditions of the visa must be met in order for the individual to remain in the United States legally.