Episode 73: Live Q&A - TN Refusals, Border Issues & Skilled Trades Visa Options

About this episode

This episode discusses TN visa refusals at the border and explores visa options for skilled trades like car mechanics.

In this episode of the Arrive Podcast, we break down two real-world immigration scenarios. We discuss a TN visa holder who was refused at the border while applying for a new TN, why this happens, and the difference between applying at a port of entry versus filing with USCIS. We also explore whether a car mechanic can work in the U.S., including visa challenges for skilled trades and potential pathways based on experience and job offers. More Info: TN Visa for Canadians

Topics covered

• TN visa
• border issues
• skilled trades
• visa options
• immigration scenarios

Keywords

• TN visa
• border refusal
• skilled trades visa
• immigration
• USCIS
• visa challenges
• car mechanic
• job offers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Arrive Podcast, USCIS

Places: U.S., Canada

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