Getting Work Permits In Canada
Unless you are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or if you are covered under NAFTA then you will require a work permit in order to work in Canada. Getting a work permit in Canada is very important as it is illegal to work in Canada without having the proper credentials. The fee involved in applying for a work permit is one hundred and fifty dollars and it is non refundable so it is crucial that you prepare your application properly. The two steps involved in obtaining a work permit in Canada include providing proof of an offer of employment and the approval of the individual applying for the work permit which can be quite lengthy.
Your application for a work permit in Canada will first be delivered to the immigration officer along with your proof of an employment offer. Depending on market demands your application may also be examined by someone from the HRSDC. If this is the case than your potential employer will need to provide more details about the job in order to keep your work permit application on track. Some individuals will be excluded from this step depending upon current market demands in Canada which can help speed up the process.
The last part in the process of getting a work permit is the actual approval of the potential employee. Someone from the Canadian visa office will contact you and depending on your situation and application you may be required to attend an interview, or even pass a medical evaluation. Once you have completed these steps and the immigration officer determines that you are qualified you will be issued a work permit which will allow you to work in Canada. Due to the length and complexity of the application it is in your best interest to contact an immigration lawyer who can help you with the application. You can find an immigration in our free legal database located here.
