TN Visa – Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist

NAFTA Requirements for TN Visa as a Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist.

To qualify for TN visa status under NAFTA as a Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist, an applicant must possess one of the following:

1. Bachelor’s degree;

2. Licenciatura Degree; or

3. State / provincial license.

The term “state/provincial license” is defined as “any document issued by a state, provincial, or federal government, as the case may be, or under its authority, but not by a local government, that permits a person to engage in a regulated activity or profession.” See 8 C.F.R. § 214.6 (c) and n.2.

Health Care Worker Certificate (Visa Screen) Requirement.

Individuals applying for TN visa status under the Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist category may have to obtain a Health Care Worker (Visa Screen) certificate before they are able to obtain TN visa status.

Additional Materials:

• Health Care Worker Certifications.

• Blog Posts – Physical Therapist TN Visas.

References:

• OOH, Physical Therapists (2008-09).

• U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, Health Care (2008-09).

Revised July 14, 2008.