Canada Visit Visa

Canada recently announced a significant relief for Canada Visit Visa holders who have job offers in the country. The announcement comes as a welcome relief for many who were struggling to navigate the complicated immigration process during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Canadian Government has extended the deadline for visit visa holders with job offers to apply for a work permit without leaving the country

Individual who had a work permit in the last 12 months and are applying under this new policy can also request to start working for their new employer

Foreign nationals who are in Canada as visitors and who receive a valid job offer will continue to be able to apply for, and receive, a work permit without having to leave the country until February 28th, 2025.

Extension of Policy: New Expiry Date Set for February 28, 2025

This extension will allow Canadian firms to address their staff shortage.

Before this policy, visit visa holders had to leave Canada to get a work permit after getting a job offer.

In order to be eligible for this scheme, the applicant must meet the following criteria

Important Requirement: Possess a Valid Visitor Status in Canada before Applying

Receive a job offer that is approved by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or an LMIA-exempt offer of employment

Submit an application for an employer-specific work permit on or before the above-mentioned deadline.

Fulfill all other requirements.