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Open Work Permit

Understanding Open Work Permit ?

An open work permit is a type of work permit that allows the holder to work for any Canadian employer without needing a specific job offer. This type of work permit is not tied to a specific employer or occupation and provides flexibility for the holder to work for any employer in Canada.

To be eligible for an open work permit in Canada, the applicant must meet certain criteria, which may include:

Being a dependent child of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Being a spouse or common-law partner of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Being a refugee, protected person, or a family member of a refugee or protected person in Canada.

Being a temporary resident who has graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution and is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program.

In addition to meeting the eligibility criteria, applicants for an open work permit may need to provide certain documents and pay the required fees, which can vary depending on the type of application.

The eligibility criteria for an open work permit in Canada may vary depending on the type of open work permit being applied for. 

The most common types of open work permits are:

To be eligible for this type of open work permit, the applicant must be the spouse or common-law partner of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. They must be in Canada on a valid temporary resident status and their partner must be able to demonstrate that they are meeting the eligibility requirements.

To be eligible for this type of open work permit, the applicant must be a citizen of a country that has a bilateral agreement with Canada allowing for the issuance of IEC work permits. The applicant must also meet the age and eligibility requirements of the specific program they are applying for.

To be eligible for this type of open work permit, the applicant must have graduated from a designated Canadian post-secondary institution and be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program. The permit is typically issued for the same duration as the applicant’s study program.

To be eligible for this type of open work permit, the applicant must be currently in Canada on a valid temporary resident status and have submitted an application for permanent residence under certain immigration programs. The applicant must also demonstrate that they have met the eligibility requirements for the permanent residence program they have applied for.

In addition to these specific types of open work permits, there may be other programs or situations that allow for an open work permit.

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