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TN, E-3, and O-1 Request Procedure

The request process for E-3 and O-1 status is similar to the H-1B request procedure. Therefore, please submit an H1B Request Form and indicate the status (E-3 or O-1) desired.  

For TN requests please complete a TN Request Form

Documentation required to complete request:

  • ToFO (Terms of Faculty Offer) or other contract/offer letter.
    (Please do not submit the request until all of the terms of the offer have been finalized and the employee has accepted the ToFO.)
  • PageUp Position Description
    (or similar if PageUp PD is not available).
  • Employee's CV/Resume & VT ID.
    (If you don't know the employee's VT ID please reach out to your HR representative.)
  • Conviction check completion from HR.
  • OESRC Non-Immigrant Export Compliance sign-off sheet. The supervisor should complete form and submit to OESRC. After OESRC clears and approves, the supervisor will receive the required one-page sign-off sheet.
  • GSS Department Approval and Signature Form.

Please allow sufficient time for any and all requests; the exact timelines for each petition will depend on the exact circumstances of the request and the foreign national. A lead time of 2-3 months is recommended.