Open Work Permit
Visa information for Canada
Allows you to work for any employer in Canada (with some exceptions). Available only in specific circumstances.
Processing Time
Varies by category and country, typically 4-16 weeks
Cost
155 CAD (work permit) + 100 CAD (open permit holder fee) + 85 CAD (biometrics)
📋Requirements
- Eligibility for one of the open work permit categories:
- • Spouse/common-law partner of skilled worker or student
- • Recent graduate from a Canadian post-secondary institution
- • Refugee claimant, protected person, or family member
- • Temporary resident permit holder
- • Young worker under specific international exchange programs
- Biometrics (fingerprints and photo)