Read the general professional work overview
A limited weekly schedule still needs a clear account of the professional work, employer and applicant qualifications. Hours alone do not determine whether the proposed activity fits TN.
Describe the actual work and terms
Hypothetical example: an employer offers technical duties on a part-time schedule. TN can involve prearranged full-time or part-time professional work, but eligible Canadian or Mexican citizenship and a listed profession’s requirements remain necessary. Identify genuine duties, compensation and the temporary period.
Use the exact qualification evidence
Assess the listing and permitted credential alternatives. Degrees from institutions outside Canada, Mexico and the United States require a reliable foreign credential evaluation. A shorter schedule does not remove the qualification requirement or settle any separate U.S. professional practice issue.
Explain the actual arrangement and permission
Identify the employer, recipient and relevant ownership. Services to a U.S. entity solely owned or controlled by the applicant are outside the permitted arrangement; foreign ownership alone is not a blanket disqualification. A limited-hours contract does not itself authorize U.S. work.
What else is on your mind?
Is a matching job title enough for TN?Can years of experience replace a degree for TN?Can my own U.S. company employ me under TN?Can my spouse work if I hold TN status?Editorial source review: 2026-09-07. General preparation guidance, not an individual assessment.