TN Status And Why It Is Not Dual Intent

Albeit one of the most employer-friendly statuses and one of the least expensive, both the TN and the TD are NONIMMIGRANT statuses. In other words, the Inspector must be convinced that the applicant does not intend to establish a permanent residence in the U.S. and will depart within a reasonable, finite period once the work assignment in the U.S. ends. Even though this status may be extended indefinitely, the intent must remain temporary and nonimmigrant. An extension of a TN/TD or re-admission will not be granted once a TN expresses an IMMIGRANT intent (files or has an immigrant petition filed on his/her behalf).