After a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is approved, the foreign worker can begin the application for a work permit in Canada. This permit is tied to the specific job and employer approved through the LMIA.
Steps to obtain a work permit after LMIA approval:
- Receive the LMIA documents: The employer provides the approval letter and signed job offer to the worker.
- Submit the application: The worker applies online or via a visa center, including the LMIA, contract, and identification documents.
- Provide biometrics: If required, the applicant attends a service point to submit fingerprints and photo.
- Wait for processing: Processing times range from a few weeks to a few months depending on the country and permit type.
- Receive the permit: The permit is issued upon arrival in Canada or mailed, depending on where the application was submitted.
To navigate this process smoothly, contact our Immigration Lawyers in Montreal at Brunel Immigration.