Work VisaSep 8, 2019
NewuTgA54

Can I apply for a TN Visa without a job offer

I recently got into triplebytes hiring platform as a Canadian. I was looking forward to participating in their "SUPER WEEK" but found out it's only available to candidates with a valid us work visa. I spoke with my recruiter and he was under the impression that I could apply for a US work visa without a job offer at the border. I'm wondering if anyone has done this before. Could I show up at the US border and apply for a TN Visa with just my credentials?

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Pinterest RIRI Sep 8, 2019

Don’t believe so. I’ve always had to show proof of employment contract and duration when applying for TN at border.

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uTgA54 OP Sep 8, 2019

So only way in is if a company willing to sponsor you gives you an offer :(

Yelp fGGg31 Sep 8, 2019

You cannot. Src: two tn approvals. On one now. There are two essential things: A) job offer B) a degree. For eng roles, there are some hard requirements for engineering / cs type of degrees.

LinkedIn phatman Sep 8, 2019

Why not get green card?

Yelp fGGg31 Sep 8, 2019

LinkedIn: thats the plan. Im a relatively inexperienced eng.

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anouja Sep 8, 2019

Definitely not. You need to have your contract / offer in hand at the border with start and end dates.

Darkstore grayworm Sep 8, 2019

Good luck my fellow maple blooded Canadian