Get a Work Permit

If you are foreign nationals who want to work in Canada after arrival, you may need a work permit. The government of Canada offers two types of work permit for foreign nationals;

Employer-specific work permit
Openwork permit

Employer-Specific Work Permit

It allows you to work in Canada based on a few conditions like;

The name of employer for whom you’ll work
The duration of your job

Your job location

To get the permit, your employer must complete specific steps. The employer must provide a copy of an offer of employment number to include with your application.

Open Work Permit

It allows you to work for an employer who is not listed as ineligible to fulfill certain conditions. Also, you cannot work for an employer who offers striptease, erotic dance, or escort service.

Extend or Change the Conditions on Your Work Permit

As a temporary worker or a live-in caregiver, you can extend or change the status of a work permit. If your work permit is about to expire or need changes, you need to apply at least 30 days before the expiry date.

Eligibility Requirements

No matter what type of work permit you are applying for, you must;

Verify the officer that you will leave Canada once your work permit expires.

Follow the law, and you do not have any criminal records.
Prove that you have enough money to support yourself and your family.
Be in good health.

Not intend to work for an employer who is listed with ‘Ineligible” status.
Not intend to work for an employer who offers striptease, erotic dance, or escort services.
Provide the office other documents when they ask for it.

You can apply for a work permit from outside Canada. In that case, you may need to meet visa office requirements depending on the country you are applying to.

Travel and Work in Canada as a Youth

International Experience Canada (IEC) offers young individuals to work and travel in Canada for temporary periods. If you are eligible to apply, then your application will be placed in one or more pools of IEC candidates.

Have a valid study or work permit

Your spouse or parents hold a valid study or work permit
Have recently graduated from a Canadian university, community college, CEGEP, publicly funded technical or trade school, or other eligible schools.
Have a temporary work permit

Are waiting for your permanent residence application decision
Are about to or will claim refugee protection
Are recognized as a convention refugee

Are allowed to work in Canada without a work permit.
Are an investor, trader or professional under NAFTA.

How to Apply?

You can apply online for a work permit at the IRCC website or on paper. Whether you apply from outside or inside Canada, you must give your biometric after you apply.

Get the application package from the IRCC website and fill the form accurately. Then pay the necessary fees and then submit your application. The processing time varies by country.