NAFTA WORK PERMITS TO CANADA
Work Permits
NAFTA WORK PERMITS TO CANADA
You are eligible for NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) Work Permit if you are a citizen of the USA or Mexico.
NAFTA is a treaty between Mexico, the USA, and Canada to promote trade and easier access for skilled workers. Under the agreement, eligible workers can come to NAFTA member countries on a temporary work permit.
One important advantage of the NAFTA program is that it does not require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). It means you need not have to obtain a positive LMIA to be eligible for a Canadian work permit.
You can find the list of all occupations eligible under NAFTA here. Intra-company transferees from the US or Mexican companies can also come to Canada under NAFTA. Though they do not require LMIA, it is mandatory that the applicant must be in a managerial/executive role, or his occupation must be one that requires specialized knowledge.
To obtain a NAFTA Work Permit, the applicant, as well as the employer, must undertake a substantial application process. The application for a Canadian Work Permit needs to get approval. ImmiLaw Immigration is ready to help you in obtaining approval for your application, any time!
If you have already received your Canadian job offer, we shall work with both you and your potential employer to help you come to Canada as soon as possible.
Summary
- You must be a citizen of the Mexico or USA to be eligible for a NAFTA Work Permit.
- You must have a job offer from an employer in Canada for an occupation eligible under NAFTA.
- A North American Free Trade Agreement Work Permit does not require an Labour Market Impact Assessment(LMIA).
Recent Posts
Canada’s Category-Based Draws: Key Changes and Insights
Minister Marc Miller has unveiled tremendous changes to the Express Entry system in a significant move to align immigration with Canada's evolving labour needs. As of February 27, 2025, these updates will reshape the future of immigration in Canada. For 2025, the...
Canada’s New Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) Program: Fast-Track PR for Home Care Workers Without LMIA!
Canada is set to launch the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) on March 31, 2025, offering a streamlined pathway to permanent residence for home care workers. The initiatives will replace previous pathways for caregiver immigration. It provides two new...
How to Check Your Spousal Sponsorship Eligibility for Canada?
Sponsoring a spouse or partner for permanent residence in Canada is an excellent way to reconnect with loved ones. If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor your loved one for permanent residence. However, understanding the eligibility...