Closed LMIA-Exempt work permits are designed for specific scenarios where a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is not required to hire a foreign worker for a particular job. Certain work permits are exempt from the LMIA process, under certain international agreements (such as NAFTA), intra-company transfers, or for individuals whose employment in Canada would bring significant cultural or economic benefits.
We evaluate your qualifications for a Closed LMIA-Exempt work permit under categories like intra-company transferees, international agreements, or significant benefits. We advise on the best category for your profile and job offer.
We prepare and apply a compelling work permit application, ensuring all the necessary documents like job offer letters, proof of LMIA exemption eligibility, and all other supporting documentation are included.
We then apply for the work permit and also provide regular updates on the status of the application addressing any additional queries or additional documents as requested by IRCC.
Yes, a closed work permit generally requires an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) unless it falls under specific LMIA-exempt categories, such as intra-company transferees, workers covered under international agreements (e.g., NAFTA), or those deemed to provide a significant benefit to Canada.
Work permits exempt from LMIA include intra-company transferees, workers under international agreements (such as NAFTA/CUSMA), those providing significant benefit to Canada, reciprocal employment participants, charitable and religious workers, post-graduate work permit holders, and bridging open work permit holders.
Conditions for LMIA exemption include intra-company transfers, workers under international agreements (like NAFTA/CUSMA), significant benefit to Canada, reciprocal employment, charitable or religious work, post-graduate work permits (PGWP), and bridging open work permits (BOWP).
Yes, you can obtain an LMIA while on an open work permit in Canada, allowing your employer to hire you for a specific position and transition you to a closed work permit tied to that job and employer.
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