Work permits
Open work permit
Regulated consultant, RCIC R520189
An IRCC authorization that, in situations set out in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, allows work for any eligible employer, without a labour market impact assessment tied to a specific job.
Processing time
Often 4 to 8 months, depending on the permit category and where the application is submitted.
Estimate only, based on times typically observed with IRCC or MIFI. Times vary by visa office, application volume and file complexity. They are not a guarantee.
An open work permit authorizes the holder to work for one or more employers in Canada, subject to occupation restrictions and the conditions printed on the permit.
It is not available to every applicant. Eligibility depends on a specific IRCC category (for example spousal work, certain bridging measures or other ministerial instructions).
We first determine whether an open-permit category applies to your status, then prepare the application (forms, proof of status and supporting documents) according to IRCC instructions.
Document checklist
The detailed list of required documents and additional items is shared after a consultation, once your file is opened.
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Other procedures in the Work permits stream
Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
Graduates of an eligible DLI who completed a PGWP-eligible program and who apply within the time limits set by IRCC.
View the procedureBridging open work permit (BOWP)
Eligible permanent residence applicants, including certain Quebec-selected candidates (CSQ or proof of PSTQ submission), awaiting an IRCC decision.
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