Ending TN Status | International Student and Scholar Services

TN status is tied to employment as outlined in the offer of employment presented at the port of entry into the U.S. or on subsequent Form I-129 extensions. TN status ends when employment ends. There is no grace period for departure for TN workers. Once employment ends, the TN scholar is required to depart the United States or file for a change of immigration status with USCIS.

It is important to report the final departure to ISSS to ensure the accuracy of an individual’s immigration records and in order to preserve future immigration options. TN scholars must complete a Departure Notice and submit it to ISSS as soon as possible before departing from the University. The departure information is needed to accurately report it to the various immigration and government agencies.