TN Visa Guide for Urban Planners

You’ll need to be able to provide an original copy of these degrees, diplomas, or certifications in your TN package

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field

Your job offer will need to include at least half of these duties

• Meet with stakeholders such as government officials, developers, and the public regarding development plans and land use
• Gather and analyze data from field investigations and sources such as market research, censuses, and environmental studies
• Assess the feasibility of site plans submitted by developers and identify needed changes
• Recommend whether site plans should be approved or denied
• Stay current on government policies such as zoning laws, building codes, and environmental regulations

The job title on your offer of employment should match or be similar to one of the following:

• Geographer
• City Planner
• Regional Planner

You will need to have accepted a written job offer from a U.S. employer that includes the following:

• Job Title
• Detailed job description
• Source(s) of remuneration, salary, and benefits
• Duration of employment
• Must be on company letterhead with the original signature from your employer

Your employer will need to sign off on a support letter which confirms that your employer is aware of the TN visa requirements and is willing to support your application.

Your employer will need to sign off on a support letter which confirms that your employer is aware of the TN visa requirements and is willing to support your application.

• Proof of Canadian citizenship (passport)
• A detailed offer of employment from a U.S. employer that includes the nature of the job and its expected duration
• Evidence of qualifications for the role, such as diplomas, degrees, and licenses
• Proof that the job is on the list of TN eligible professions

Upon approval, Canadians can enter the U.S. for up to three years on a TN Visa, which can be renewed indefinitely.