Closed Work Permit

A closed work permit provides an opportunity for foreign nationals to come to Canada temporarily and experience Canadian living before applying for permanent residence. It limits the applicant’s employment to a single employer. Furthermore, having worked for at least a year in Canada will give you an advantage if you are applying for permanent residency.

A closed work permit would contain the following limitation information to establish the closeness:

  1. Name of the employer you can work for

  2. How long you can work for this employer

  3. Location where you can work (if applicable)

Foreign nationals who currently reside in Canada may also be eligible for Canada Closed Work Permit.

You can contact us for any questions on your eligibility to apply for a Canada work permit