There are even some visa types that are not well known by the general public. When considering to offer a job to a foreign IT professional, there are usually questions about the relocation options, process, and cost of employment – based immigration visas. For Mexican citizens require TN Visa for entry into the United States. Once receiving approval Mexican citizens can apply for entrance at select U.S ports. The purpose was to strengthen business and trade relations between the United States and Mexico
What is a TN Visa?
The TN Visa was created by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in order to facilitate a temporary employment in the United States for approved Mexican citizens. Mexican citizens can be admitted to the United States in TN status in increments of up to three years. The visa is open to foreign nationals of Mexico working in professions listed in the Agreement, including certain IT professionals. TN extensions are available. But you must have a job offer for a temporary full-time or part-time job with a U.S. employer (but not self-employment) for a position on the TN Occupation List. You may apply at the Port of Entry at a U.S. Embassy (Mexican TN)
TN Visa Requirements:
- Citizen of Mexico.
- Qualified under one of the accepted NAFTA professions.
- Evidence that the position in the United States requires a NAFTA professional.
- Participant has prearranged a part-time or full-time job with the U.S. employer. Self-employment is not accepted for this visa.
- Evidence that the participant matches the credentials and educational requirements of the position.
TN Visa for IT Engineers/ IT professionals
There are many different types IT professionals that exist within the IT industry. Each type focuses on more than one element of computer system analysis or maintenance. Within the TN visa occupation list, there are some IT-related professional occupations that can qualify for the TN visa and some that cannot. Software or Hardware Engineers, Computer Systems Analysts, Computer Programmers, Management Consultant are some of the considerations.
To qualify as an Engineer in TN visa status an applicant must possess one of the following:
Bachelor’s (Baccalaureate) degree;
Licenciatura; or
State or provincial license.
Summary
Compared to other nonimmigrant work visas, the TN is relatively inexpensive. However, this visa is only for Mexican citizens because it was originated under the NAFTA. People who don’t possess citizenship from Mexican can’t get a TN visa. As mentioned before, the process to obtain a TN visa is quite straightforward, and it ensures that you are getting a really prepared element for your company. Hiring great talent from abroad is really not difficult, and through NAFTA’s framework, you are ensured that the person you are getting is actually qualified. We hope we have shed some light on how easy it is to get great foreign talent. Don’t be afraid to explore this possibility.
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