No. The petitioner must be a U.S. employer.
TN Visa
Can an individual file a TN petition?
Yes. However, the individual must possess a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN).
What is a TN petition?
A TN petition is filed by a U.S. employer to hire a Canadian or Mexican citizen to work as a ‘professional’. What are the requirements to file a TN petition? The foreign worker must be a Canadian or Mexican citizen. The employer must be engaging the foreign worker to work in the United States. The… Read More
Does the U.S. employer have to demonstrate an employer/employee relationship with the foreign worker?
Yes. There must be an employer/employee relationship between the U.S. employer and the foreign worker. Generally, the relationship is demonstrated by the fact that the U.S. employer may hire, pay, fire and supervise or otherwise control the foreign worker’s work.
Why should I retain an attorney?
An experienced immigration attorney is well versed in the nuances of the visa process including petition and application preparation, responses to requests for evidence, documentation collection, government communication, consular interviews and advocacy. The attorney can successfully overcome possible issues by providing clients with solid advice based upon education and experience. If you are unsure as… Read More
How can I verify the status of my case?
CLG clients can verify the status of a case online at anytime. At the beginning of the process, CLG clients register with our website by selecting a username and password and creating an individual account. You can verify the status of your case by logging in to the client section of the Choquette Law website…. Read More