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Canada Work Permits

Welcome to the page dedicated to work permit programs in Canada. Obtaining a work permit in Canada opens up unique opportunities
for career growth and personal development.
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Versatile Opportunities

Offer diverse job opportunities across industries to pursue their career goals

Permanent Residency

Work permits often serve
as a pathway to obtaining permanent residency in Canada

Cultural Immersion

Working in Canada offers a chance to experience its diverse culture and high quality of life firsthand.

Types of Work Permits

Regular Work Permit (Employer Specific)
This type of visa is for foreign workers who have received a job offer from
a Canadian employer. A work visa is usually issued for a specific period of time and is linked to a specific employer.
Open Work Permit
An open work visa lets you work for any Canadian employer without needing
a prior invitation. It’s typically issued for a specific period and can be obtained for various reasons like family reunification or study.

More about Open work permit

You may be eligible for an open work permit if you’ve been included in an application for permanent residence, or an application for permanent residence on humanitarian and compassionate grounds. In this case, the application must fall under one of the following categories:

With this type of work permit, your job placement is not restricted
to a specific employer and you may work for any employer unless the company is listed as ineligible on the list of employers who failed
to comply with the conditions.

Step-to-step Application Process

1

Get a job offer from an eligible Canadian employer

Ensure you meet program requirements

2

Verify Employer Eligibility Before proceeding

The employer has to apply and go through the LMIA application

3

Be eligible for a job in Canada

have no criminal record, pose no threat to national security, do not work for ineligible employers, be in good health and be prepared to leave Canada when the permit expires

We will gladly guide you through all of these questions and help you find your unique way to work, immigrate or do business in Canada.

General requirements

Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Requirements for the Work Permit?

In order to be eligible, you must fall into one of the above categories, and you must also meet the following criteria:

  • You are currently in Canada
  • You have a valid temporary
  • Work Permit, and it is set to expire within four months.
  • You have received a positive decision on your permanent resident application under an economic class, Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, or the Federal Skilled Trades Program.
  • You have made an application for an Open Work Permit.

This ‘open work permit’ is a significant program in Canadian immigration and allows applicants to work during the processing of their PR applications.

Do all foreigners require a Canada Work Visa?

No. Certain persons are EXEMPT or do not require Canada Work Visas, such as:

  • Foreign Diplomats
  • Military Personnel
  • Clergy
  • Performing Artists (under certain circumstances)
  • Athletes
  • Artists
  • Ship or Truck Personnel
  • Designated Foreign Buyers and Sellers

Note: Other exemptions are found in the Canadian Immigration Regulations.

Can I extend my work permit in Canada?

Who is Eligible for the Bridging Work Permit?

  • Federal Skilled Worker Applicants
  • Canadian Experience Class Applicants
  • Federal Skilled Trades Program Applicants
  • Provincial Nominees 
If I work in Canada on a work permit, can I get permanent resident status?

Possibly. If you work in Canada for one or more years under a valid work permit, you may be eligible for permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class or another category depending on your job classification and your language proficiency.

Can I apply for a temporary work permit and a Canada immigration visa?

Yes, you can. You may apply for a temporary work permit on its own or in combination with an application for a Canada immigration visa.

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