Work permit
Work in Canadá
The Canadian work permit, also known as a work visa, is issued to individuals eligible to work in Canada for a specified period of time.
As one of the world’s leading economies, Canada is a great destination for people looking to work abroad. The Canadian work permit visa allows business people, permanent or temporary workers, students and other eligible applicants to work in Canada. In most cases, applicants must have a job offer in hand to apply for the work permit visa.
Types of work permits
There are countless ways to work in Canada. Below, you will find the most used forms:
Through a study program (part-time during studies)
When you study a post-secondary program in Canada at a designated institution for at least 6 months, you can work up to 20 hours per week during your study program. Although you do not receive a formal work permit, you are authorized to work in Canada while you study.
Through a study program with Co-Op
A Co-Op is an internship that is an integral part of your studies in Canada. During your Co-Op, you are authorized to work full time, up to 40 hours per week.
a Postgraduate Work Permit (PGWP)
When you complete a qualifying program of post-secondary study, of at least 8 months in length at a public institution, or when you graduate with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree at a public or private post-secondary institution in Canada, you qualify for a postgraduate work permit (PGWP)
As an accompanying spouse of a higher education student
If you are accompanying your spouse or partner during their studies in Canada and they are enrolled in a qualifying post-secondary study program of at least 8 months, you may be eligible for an open work permit.
With a work visa obtained by international agreements - Free Trade Agreements
Several countries have agreements with Canada that allow the issuance of a work permit for certain professionals or technicians. Participating countries include Mexico, the United States, Colombia, Peru, Panama, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Brunei, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, and Vietnam, among others.
Being Transferred to a Canadian Entity - Intra-Company Transfers
If you work for a company linked to a Canadian entity that offers you a job offer in a managerial or executive position, you may qualify for a specific work permit.