The cited TN evaluation rule depends on the educational institution’s location, not the applicant’s birthplace. Identify the actual credential issue before paying.
Match the expense to the requirement
A degree from an institution outside Canada, Mexico or the United States needs reliable specialized evaluation. Other questions about relevance, authenticity or translations may require separate assessment. Do not purchase a standard package on the assumption that citizenship, birthplace and place of education always coincide; official fees and optional private services also serve different purposes.
Ask for four groups rather than one number: professional preparation and advice; government charges payable at the applicable step; third-party costs such as translation, document retrieval, courier, or a credential evaluation if one is needed; and travel. Registration by comity with a state surveying board can involve an application fee, a credentials evaluation, official transcripts sent directly by the university, and a state-specific examination with its own charge and its own study period.