TN Visas for Mexicans and Canadians Part – 4

Spouse and Children

A major downside of the TN visa for the longer term is that spouses and children are not eligible for work authorization, which can be very difficult for a family with children over 15.
An important point to note is that if the spouse is Canadian and secures graduate-level employment, they can also independently apply for their own TN visa.
Spouses and children are issued TD visas, while the primary applicant is issued a TN visa.
Spouses and Children will be granted the same time as their spouse’s TN.

Securing Green Card Status

When relocating to the U.S., you need to consider the dynamics of your family. For example, the family’s short term immigration needs and their long term immigration needs. The TN visa will resolve your short term U.S. Immigration need, and then exploring green card opportunities should be considered as a priority also. For example, if you have teenage children, it’s essential that you secure their green card status well before their 21st birthday. There are a variety of ways to achieve green card status through the EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and E-B5 green card pathways.

Always Hire a Great Attorney to Represent You

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