> 1. Make sure the job offer is described as a temporary position. It
> may not exceed a one year period. You may seek renewals in one year
> increments. If asked, make sure you stress that you are seeking
> admission only for one year. If you tell CBP about any future
> permanent plans you will risk being denied. An applicant for TN
> status cannot have immigrant intent while applying for a TN.
>
> 2. I am assuming you plan to file an application for TN Status under
> the Computer Systems Analyst category. If you are not sure if this
> is the right TN category for you, consult the Occupational Outlook
> Handbook for a description of this occupation.
> http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos287.htm The OOH is used as a guidline
> for determining whether a job fits under a NAFTA TN category.
>
> Here are the requirements for a Computer Systems Analyst under NAFTA:
> Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree; or Post-Secondary Diploma or
> Post Secondary Certificate and three years’ experience.
>
> It looks like you may qualfiy for this TN category based merely on
> your diploma and experience. You may face a little resistance over
> your commerce degree as its relationship to Computer Systems Analyst
> appears a bit tenuous.
>
> 3. We avoid Niagara Falls (Rainbow Bridge), and generally go through
> Buffalo.
>
> 4. Two issues a lawyer could you help you with are (a) mitigating any
> immigrant intent questions and (b) verifying a proper TN category
> and presenting a convincing argument of your qualification for that
> TN category.
>
> 5. Be honest and non-confrontational - espeacially in response to
> absurd, irrelevant questions.
Excellent advice!
Ian
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