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Canada Work Permit Visa
A temporary work permit allowing foreign nationals to work in Canada for a specific employer, period, and location.
Temporary WorkEmployer-Specific or OpenPathway to PR
Overview
A Canadian Work Permit authorises a foreign national to work in Canada temporarily. There are two main types: Employer-Specific (closed) work permits tied to one employer, and Open Work Permits (OWP) allowing work with almost any employer. Many work permit holders use their Canadian work experience to qualify for permanent residence.
✓Employer-specific permits linked to LMIA or LMIA-exempt jobs
✓Open Work Permits available for spouses of skilled workers/students
✓Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) for international graduates
✓International Mobility Program (IMP) – LMIA exempt categories
✓Canadian work experience counts toward Express Entry CRS
✓Family members may get open work/study permits
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Valid job offer from a Canadian employer (employer-specific permit)
- ✓LMIA approval OR LMIA-exempt category (IMP, CUSMA, etc.)
- ✓Sufficient funds to support yourself and dependents
- ✓No criminal record and pass security screening
- ✓Pass medical examination if required
- ✓Genuine intention to leave Canada at end of permit (unless PR pathway)
Visa Type
🪪 Temporary Resident – Work Permit (Canada)
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