TN USMCA Professionals
Who it's for: Canadian and Mexican citizens coming temporarily to do business activities at a professional level under the USMCA trade agreement.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 4 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: Yes
- Family can join: Yes
- Occupation list: Official occupation list
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededYesOfficial wording
“You will work in a prearranged full-time or part-time job for a U.S. employer or entity; and”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“Any accompanying or "following to join" spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 may be eligible for TD nonimmigrant status. Spouses and children are: Not permitted to work while in the United States, but they are permitted to study; and”
Occupation listOfficial occupation list ↗Official wording
“Your profession is included in the USMCA;”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Main fee; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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