Work Permit Information and Eligibility | Westville Immigration Services

Work Permit

Understand eligibility and types of work permits with clear menus.

Eligibility Requirements

You can only apply for a work permit from inside Canada if:

You possess a valid study permit or work permit.
Your spouse, common-law partner, or parents hold a valid study or work permit.
You qualify for a work permit following your graduation, provided that your study permit remains valid.
You have a temporary residence permit that is valid for six months or longer.
You are currently waiting for a decision regarding your application for permanent residency in Canada.
You have submitted a request for refugee protection.
You have been recognized as a convention refugee or protected individual by the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada.
You are permitted to work in Canada without a work permit; however, you will need a work permit for employment in an additional job (this does not apply to business visitors).

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Work Permit Types

Explore open or employer-specific work permits depending on your situation.

We offer complete support for all Canadian work permit pathways. Our services include eligibility assessment, LMIA and LMIA-exempt guidance, employer compliance assistance, and preparation of work permit applications and extensions.

We assist individuals and their accompanying family members with accurate, well-documented applications. With clear guidance and strategic planning.

We help you with work permit renewals, extensions, regularizing temporary resident status, and restoration applications for those who may have fallen out of status. With clear instructions and careful documentation, we ensure you remain compliant and able to continue your employment in Canada. Our goal is to make every step smooth, transparent, and stress-free.

If you apply from outside of Canada:

You can submit their applications prior to their arrival in Canada. Nonetheless, depending on the country or territory from which you are applying, there might be specific requirements set by the IRCC that you need to fulfill.