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WORK PERMITS

At Canada Visa Express, we specialise in assisting individuals with obtaining the right work permits to live and work in Canada. Whether you are applying for an employer-specific permit, an open work permit, or seeking extensions, our team of experts is here to guide you every step of the way.

Employer-Specific Work Permit

This permit allows you to work for a specific employer in Canada. To obtain an employer-specific work permit, the employer must first apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to demonstrate the need for a foreign worker.

LMIA-Based Work Permit

This work permit is available to foreign workers who have received a positive LMIA from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). It allows the worker to be employed by the specific employer for a designated role.

LMIA-Exempt Work Permit

Certain workers are eligible for an LMIA-exempt work permit based on criteria like international agreements or intra-company transfers. This permit streamlines the process for highly skilled workers in specific sectors.

Global Talent Stream (GTS)

The Global Talent Stream (GTS) is part of Canada's strategy to attract skilled workers, particularly in the tech sector. Eligible workers benefit from fast-tracked processing to bring in top talent quickly.

Francophone Mobility

This work permit supports the hiring of French-speaking workers for positions outside Quebec. It encourages bilingual talent to help meet the needs of Canadian employers.

Open Work Permit

An Open Work Permit allows you to work for any employer in Canada without restrictions. It is available to individuals such as spouses or common-law partners of skilled workers or international students.

Open Work Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

For international students who have completed a program at a designated learning institution in Canada, the PGWP allows them to gain valuable work experience in Canada, which may help in applying for permanent residency.

Spouse Open Work Permit

The Spouse Open Work Permit allows the spouse or common-law partner of a skilled worker or international student to work for any employer in Canada.

Common-Law Partner Open Work Permit

This work permit is available to common-law partners of skilled workers or international students, offering flexibility in employment options while the primary applicant works or studies.

International Experience Canada (IEC) Open Work Permit

The IEC program allows young individuals from specific countries to work and travel in Canada, gaining international experience for up to two years.

Bridging Open Work Permit

A Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) is available to individuals applying for permanent residency who need to maintain their work status while waiting for their permanent resident application to be processed.

Bridging Open Dependent Child Work Permit Permit

A Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) is available to individuals applying for permanent residency who need A Dependent Child Work Permit allows children of foreign workers or students to work in Canada, provided they are under the age of 22. maintain their work status while waiting for their permanent resident application to be processed.

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