WORK PERMIT OUTSIDE CANADA

The eligibility requirements for obtaining a temporary work permit may vary based on the type of permit an applicant is seeking and their specific qualifications. Some basic requirements for a temporary work permit include:

• ✓    Presently residing in Canada and possessing a valid study or work permit or having a spouse or parent with a valid study or work permit.
• ✓    Holding a diploma from a Canadian college or university.
• ✓    Having a temporary resident permit that is valid for a minimum of six months.
• ✓    Awaiting the processing of a permanent residence application by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).

There are variety of work permit options are available.

Graduate Work Permit:-

Upon successful completion of studies at a recognized college or institution, the applicant may be eligible to receive a work permit ranging from a minimum of one year to a maximum of three years.

Closed Work Permit:-

A closed work permit can be obtained upon receiving a favourable Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA, previously known as a Labor Market Opinion).

Bridging Work Permit:-

An applicant may have the opportunity to extend their work permit if they have already been approved for Provincial Nomination or have initiated the process for obtaining Permanent Residence.