Work Permit Pathways Overview
Visa information for Canada
Guide to the different types of work permits available for working in Canada.
Processing Time
Varies by program and country
Cost
155 CAD (plus additional fees based on specific program)
📋Requirements
- Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP): Requires Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
- International Mobility Program (IMP): LMIA-exempt work permits
- CUSMA/NAFTA Professional: For citizens of US and Mexico in specific professions
- Intra-Company Transfers: For employees of multinational companies
- Post-Graduation Work Permit: For graduates of Canadian educational institutions
- Spousal Open Work Permit: For spouses of certain work permit or study permit holders
- Working Holiday/Young Professionals: Under International Experience Canada