TN classification, established under the North American Free Trade Agreement (“NAFTA”) allows qualified Canadian and Mexican citizens to enter the U.S. temporarily to engage in business activities at a professional level. Dentistry is one of the professions allowed under NAFTA. To qualify for TN status as a Dentist, an applicant must possess one of the following: 1) Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (D.D.S.); 2) Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.); 3) Doctor en Odontologia; 4) Doctor en Cirugia Dental; or 5) State/Provincial License. An applicant must also possess a U.S. license. Many other professions are also covered under NAFTA. Click here to view the complete list.
Berardi Immigration Law presents cases at the Peace Bridge on a regular basis and can prepare a comprehensive application package and appear at the border with the candidate. Click here to watch a short video detailing the TN process. We would be happy to assist you with your immigration matter. Please call us at 1-877-721-6100 or send us an e-mail by clicking here. Page summary: Dentists are one of the categories permitted to work in the U.S. under NAFTA.
