HELP DESK: +14376885176
Monday - Friday 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
415 Sunny Meadow Boulevard, Brampton, Ontario,L6R0L6
What is work permit?
A work permit is a formal document that permits foreign employees to lawfully work in Canada. It is granted by the government. Your application for permanent residency is evaluated based on your job experience in Canada. There are two main categories of work permits: employer-specific permits and open permits. An analysis of the labor market impact (LMIA) is not necessary for open work permits. Permits particular to an employer may be obtained either way: with or without an LMIA. Open permits, as their names imply, let applicants apply for any job, at any time, with any number of companies, or both, for a set amount of time. Gaining Canadian work experience through employment with a Canadian company increases your chances of being either a citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
Open Work Permit, Canada
Open work permits are open to the following categories of applicants:
- Foreign graduates with a Post-Graduation Work Permit, or PGWP, from Canadian institutions or universities.
- Spouses/partners of full-time students and skilled foreign workers
- International citizens who have applied for and are awaiting approval to become permanent residents (also known as BOWPs, or Bridging Open Work Permits)
- youthful individuals interested in working and traveling under the International Experience Canada Program (IEC). Check here to see if your country is eligible.
Open Work Permit Fees
The total cost of a work permit is CAD$255, which breaks down as follows:
- Work permit fee (CAD$155);
- Open work permit holder fee (CAD$100).
Employer-Specific Work Permits
In Canada, the majority of work permits are employer-specific. With these permits, candidates are limited to working for a single employer for a predetermined amount of time. Work permits tailored to an employer may be granted with or without the LMIA requirement.
Programs that demand a contract or a job offer but not an LMIA:
- International Mobility Program (IMP)
- NAFTA Work Permits
- CETA Work Permits
- Intra-Company Transfers
Programs that require LMIA:
- Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
- Facilitated LMIA (Quebec)
- Global Talent Stream
Work Permit Canada Processing Time
- For applicants outside of Canada: an average of 60 days (processing standard) depends on the Visa Office.
- For applications under the International Experience Canada (IEC): 56 days.
- Work permit extensions: 120 Days.
Work Permit Duration
Work permits are typically issued for a maximum of 2 years.
What Should I Do If My Work Permit Is About to Expire or Has Already Been Done?
If you are still in Canada and your work permit expired, it means you are no longer allowed to work in Canada and must therefore stop working. You can then apply to renew your current work visa or obtain a new one. Even if your work permit is set to expire, we advise you to file for an extension to maintain your legal status. This will assist you in maintaining your legal position until the authorities make a decision, under local legislation. Work permit renewals are typically granted in 134 days, allowing you to continue working lawfully in Canada for an extra six months. Remember that if your work permit has already expired and you have 90 days remaining before it expires, you will need to regain your worker status.
Bridging Work Permit
A bridging work permit is a short-term permit that lets you keep up your lawful employment in Canada. Holders of valid past work permits are granted this kind of permission, which enables them to carry on working in Canada while they await approval to become permanent residents. In general, your chances of obtaining permanent residence increase with the amount of time you have worked in Canada while in possession of a work permit. If you filed for permanent residency through any of the following programs, you may be granted your bridging work permit:
- Permanent residence using Express Entry
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Quebec skilled workers
- Home Child-Care Provider Pilot or Home Support Worker Pilot
- Caring for children or caring for people with high medical needs
- Agri-Food Pilot
What is the Difference Between a Work Permit and a Temporary Resident Visa?
Having a work permit allows you to legally work in Canada. The ability to travel to and enter Canada is granted by a Temporary Resident Visa. To be able to physically board the plane and arrive in Canada after receiving your work permit, you will also need to apply for and obtain a temporary residence visa (if you are from a country where a visa is necessary). You do not automatically have the right to enter or exit Canada just because you have a work permit.
CONTACT US
Do you have questions or went more information? Contact us now
+14376885176
skaimmigration@gmail.com
Explore Link
- About Us
- Blog
- Testimonials
- Terms & Conditions
- Privacy Policy
Services
- About Us
- Blog
- Testimonials
- Terms & Conditions
- Privacy Policy
Our Branches
- About Us
- Blog
- Testimonials
- Terms & Conditions
- Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2024 e.visa All rights reserved.
