Start dates...

[rulvis]

Hi there. As you know, the employer letter needs to indicate the duration and temporary nature of the employment.

Does the letter actually need to specify a start date?

Can it state something like "The start date [with this company] is dependent upon TN approval, and is scheduled to end 364 days following the date of approval"?

Any thoughts are welcomed!

 

[hmall]

You can write something around these lines...

COMPANY XYZ requires Mr. X's service temporarily for a period of one year, upon approval of TN status.

From what I heard, it's not a good idea to state a date. It implies that you're sure that you'll get approved for the TN status and this might upset the officer.