Tagged: tn application

TN’s Management Consultant Profession

The Management Consultant is one of the most scrutinized professions in the TN roster for several reasons. Why? Because it is a category that is probably the highest used category by applicants across all industries. And why is that?  Here are 3 reasons:

1. Does not require a post-secondary degree or professional designation. In lieu it requires at least of industry professional experience. This opens it up for many candidates who may not have the formal education credentials.

2. It does not specify the industry so it covers pretty much all industries – geology, technology, finance, you name it! Another words, if your category does not fit into any of the other ones, guess which one is the default option?

3. Most professionals today provide some sort of consulting service whether it is internal or external or both. No matter how you look at it or think about it, you can pretty much argue that any professional is a “consultant”. The vagueness of the term “consulting” in this category opens it up for interpretation. Combine this with the non-specific industry factor (see above #2), you get the ultimate “catch all” category.

So what is the takeaway? If you are applying under this category, make sure you have your paperwork and story together.  Good luck.

Is there a limit on TN renewals?

The design and intention of the TN visa/status is temporary. Currently, “temporary” means 3 years. Does it mean that you must leave the US after the 3 years? No, but you can either apply for another TN visa or look at other visa options. Technically, a TN is not “renewable” but you can apply for another one even if it is for the same company and the same job.

Currently, there is no limit on how many times you can apply for the TN visa.

So remember, if you decide to apply for another TN, do not call it a “renewal” as the officer may give you the evil eye!  =D

Happy Thursday!

What to do when your TN application is rejected

It happens even if you think you have a complete and full proof package supported by the right credentials and work experience.  So what do you do when the officer rejects your application/petition?  Cry foul and make a huge commotion? No, not a good idea unless you want to be on the black list.

Here’s what I’ve done in the past to improve my chances of succeeding.

1. Be polite and professional and ask for the reasons of rejection.

2. If you have the answer to counter the reason(s), offer it and explain how it would address their questions/concerns.

3. If you feel the officer is misinterpreting the NAFTA’s TN guidelines, politely ask without offending the officer to see if you can get a second opinion as that is not your understanding of TN. Tread carefully with this one as the last thing you want is an angry officer.

4. Optional: If you have the luxury of accessing an immigration lawyer via phone, ask if you may contact him/her.  Please note that most (if not all) border crossing offices prohibit the use of mobile phones so ask first!

5. If all else fails, jot down the points of your rejection, thank the officer, and bid farewell.

Remain cool at all times regardless of the response of the officer.  They hold all of the power of your entry so be nice!

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