How to Apply for a Canada Work Visa (Work Permit)

Canada work visas are work permits – temporary, often employer-specific. Closed (tied to job) or open. Categories: TFWP (LMIA required), I...

Canada work visas are work permits – temporary, often employer-specific. Closed (tied to job) or open.

Categories: TFWP (LMIA required), IMP (LMIA-exempt, e.g., intra-company, NAFTA/USMCA, IEC for youth).

General Process

1. Job Offer Most need Canadian employer.
2. LMIA if Required Employer applies to ESDC for labor market test.
3. Apply for Work Permit Online: IMM 1295 or specific. From outside, inside, or at POE.
4. Documents Job offer, LMIA, qualifications, passport.
5. Fees $155 + $100 open holder if applicable + biometrics.
6. Biometrics, Medical if Needed

Detailed for popular: IEC (Working Holiday), H-1B like under USMCA, intra-company transfer.

Processing: Varies 2-20 weeks.