1. What is the processing time for a work permit from outside Canada?
Standard processing is 10–12 weeks. It may take 2–4 weeks with a job offer in high-demand NOC TEER 0–3 occupations under the Global Talent Stream.
2. What are common work permit compliance risks?
Working outside permit conditions (wrong employer or job position) or overstaying validity. Penalties include permit cancellation, 1–5 year ban, or inadmissibility.
3. What are common reasons for work permit rejection and how can they be fixed?
No LMIA or ineligible exemption, insufficient funds (CAD 13,757 for single applicant), or weak documentation. Reapply with stronger job offer, proper LMIA (if required), and proof of home country ties.
4. What documents are needed for an intra-company work permit?
Job offer letter, proof of at least 1-year employment abroad with the same company, company financial documents, and LMIA exemption confirmation.
5. Common reasons for work permit rejection in Canada?
Insufficient job offer proof, missing LMIA, inadequate funds, or travel history gaps. Address by submitting complete employer docs and ties to home country.
6. Documents for intra-company work permit transfer?
Proof of 1-year employment abroad with parent/subsidiary, org chart, and executive/specialized role letter.