Can a Canadian counselor work in the US?

Can a Canadian counselor work in the US?

Yes indeed! While Canadians cannot just pack up and move to the US and work, there are several ways that Canadians can obtain a visa to legally work in the US. The best option for a Canadian who wants to work in the United States may be a TN Visa.

What qualifies as a NAFTA professional?

The position in the United States requires a NAFTA professional; You have a prearranged full-time or part-time job with a U.S. employer (but not self-employment – see documentation required below); and. You have the qualifications to practice in the profession in question.

Is it hard for a Canadian to get a job in the US?

In order for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to work in the USA, you must first have a job offer from a USA employer who will sponsor you for a work visa. There are several categories of USA work visas that Canadians are eligible to work under: H-1B Visa Temporary Work. TN Visa – NAFTA.

How can I move to the USA from Canada without a job?

There is no way to apply for a work visa on your own without a job offer, or without the support of a U.S. employer. Working in the United States is not as simple as applying, getting a job, and moving to the U.S. Instead, you need to have a valid work visa or work permit in order to legally work in the U.S.

How long is a TN visa good for?

one year
The TN visa is valid for one year terms. You can extend your TN visa status for additional one year terms, but must prove that you continue to maintain a foreign residence and do not intend to stay permanent in the United States.

What is a TN visa for a Canadian?

TN Visa Application Procedures for Canadians. The TN visa was created by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), to ease the path toward a visa for professional-level workers from Canada as well as Mexico. It offers Canadians a more direct way to obtain a U.S. nonimmigrant (temporary) visa than traditional work visas such as the H-1.

Can a Canadian apply for TN visa Under USMCA?

TN Visa under USMCA for Canadians You must have a job offer from a U.S. employer before applying for TN status. You cannot apply on your own without such an offer of employment. The TN visa was originally created under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) between Canada, U.S. and Mexico.

Can a Canadian work in the US with TN status?

Canadians can work in the U.S. in TN status under the USMCA TN Visa under USMCA for Canadians You must have a job offer from a U.S. employer before applying for TN status. You cannot apply on your own without such an offer of employment.

Do I need a TN visa to enter the US?

If you are a Mexican citizen, then you are required to obtain a visa to enter the United States as a TN nonimmigrant. You should apply for a TN visa directly at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico.   See the U.S. Department of State webpage, “Mexican and Canadian NAFTA Professional Worker.”