Work Permit FAQ

In most cases you do need a job offer to apply for a work permit, except for the the express entry program.

Learn more about is Canada work permit transferable.

Only a foreign worker holding an open work permit can work from anywhere in Canada and can change employers as well.

Learn more about can you stay in Canada while waiting for work permit.

A foreign worker is allowed to have 2 work permits in Canada only when they are under the IEC. If a foreign worker has an IEC, he/she can apply for a study permit.

A foreign worker can get a closed work permit only when he/she has an official job offer in Canada by a Canadian employer, supported by a LMIA.

A foreign worker can stay in Canada for 2 years on a work permit.

A foreign worker has the right to extend his/her work permit staying in Canada, if the work permit is still valid.

Learn more about can employer cancel work permit Canada.