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Work Permit

Gain valuable Canadian work experience and advance your immigration goals with a work permit.

Types of Work Permits

Employer-Specific

Work for a specific employer in a specific location

  • • Requires LMIA (usually)
  • • Tied to one employer
  • • Most common type

Open Work Permit

Work for any employer anywhere in Canada

  • • No LMIA required
  • • Work for any employer
  • • Limited eligibility
Work Permit Requirements
  • Valid job offer (for employer-specific)
  • LMIA or LMIA exemption
  • Proof you'll leave Canada when permit expires
  • Sufficient funds for stay
  • No criminal record
  • Medical exam (if required)
LMIA Exemptions

NAFTA/CUSMA

US and Mexican citizens

Intra-company Transfer

Executives, managers, specialized knowledge

International Agreements

CETA, CPTPP, etc.

Provincial Nominees

With job offer component

Processing Times & Fees

Processing Times

Outside Canada2-12 weeks
Inside Canada4-6 months
Extension4-6 months

Government Fees

Work Permit$155 CAD
Open Work Permit$100 CAD
Biometrics$85 CAD

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