LMIA-Based Work Permit

Bring your skills to the Canadian workforce with a job-specific work permit backed by a legitimate job offer.

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Overview

Start Your Career in Canada—With a Valid Job Offer

Whether you're an employer looking to hire a foreign worker or a skilled applicant with a Canadian job offer, we help you secure the right work permit through Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or employer-specific programs. At Velox Immigration, we ensure your application is strong, compliant, and set up for success.

Who we help

Who This Is For

This service is for:

  • Foreign nationals with a Canadian job offer who need a closed/employer-specific work permit

  • Canadian employers looking to hire foreign workers through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)

  • LMIA-exempt job offers under International Mobility Programs (IMP) (e.g., intra-company transfers, trade agreements)

Our services

What we offer

Velox Immigration provides full-service support for both applicants and employers navigating LMIA or employer-specific work permit processes.

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LMIA-Based Work Permits

<p class="text-gray-700">A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that Canadian employers must obtain to demonstrate that no Canadian worker is available to fill a specific position. We assist employers with drafting job advertisements, filing LMIA applications with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), and preparing for employer compliance reviews.</p> <p class="text-gray-700 mt-2">Once the LMIA is approved, we help the foreign worker submit a complete work permit application.</p>

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LMIA-Exempt Employer-Specific Work Permits

<p class="text-gray-700">Some employer-specific work permits do not require an LMIA under the International Mobility Program (IMP). These include:</p> <ul class="py-3 space-y-2 list-disc pl-5 text-gray-700"> <li>Intra-company transferees</li> <li>Workers covered by trade agreements (e.g., CUSMA)</li> <li>Certain charitable or religious work permits</li> <li>French-speaking skilled workers outside Quebec</li> </ul> <p class="text-gray-700">We evaluate whether your offer qualifies for LMIA exemption and guide you through the Employer Portal and compliance obligations.</p>

Checklist

What you need to apply

To apply for an LMIA-based or employer-specific work permit, the applicant will generally need:

  • A valid job offer supported by either an LMIA or an LMIA-exempt offer of employment
  • A contract or employment letter outlining wages, duties, and conditions
  • A valid passport
  • Employer compliance fee payment (for LMIA-exempt cases)
  • Proof of qualifications (education, licenses, work experience)
  • Any police certificates, biometrics, or medical exams if required

For employers, the LMIA process requires:

  • Drafting a compliant job description
  • Advertising on required platforms (minimum 4 weeks)
  • Demonstrating efforts to hire Canadians
  • Filing the correct LMIA stream (high-wage, low-wage, etc.)

Our process

How we work

We work with both employers and workers to ensure complete and compliant submissions:

  1. Initial Strategy Session

    We assess whether an LMIA is needed or if an LMIA-exempt route is available.

  2. Employer Support (if required)

    We help employers with job advertising, LMIA paperwork, wage verification, and compliance preparation.

  3. Offer of Employment & Employer Portal

    For LMIA-exempt streams, we manage the Employer Portal submission and ensure fee compliance.

  4. Work Permit Application Filing

    We prepare and submit the complete work permit application, supporting documents, and respond to IRCC requests.

  5. Follow-Up & Support Until Decision

    We track your file, assist with biometrics, and provide guidance until a decision is received.

Real situations

Common Scenarios We Handle

  1. 01

    A Canadian employer struggling to navigate the LMIA process for hiring a chef, Nurse, Teacher, or caregiver

  2. 02

    A professional transferring to a Canadian branch of their company (intra-company transfer)

  3. 03

    A skilled worker from India with a valid job offer and no idea how to begin the permit process

  4. 04

    A business owner needing to prove recruitment efforts to get an LMIA approved

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between an open and employer-specific work permit?
An open work permit lets you work for any employer; an employer-specific permit restricts you to one employer and position.
Do all job offers require an LMIA?
No. Some are LMIA-exempt under the International Mobility Program (IMP). We'll assess this for you.
How long is an LMIA valid for?
Usually 6 months. You must apply for the work permit before it expires.
Can I bring my family with me on a closed work permit?
Yes, in most cases your spouse may apply for an open work permit and your children may study in Canada.
Can I change employers later?
Not with an employer-specific permit. You'd need a new job offer and, in most cases, a new work permit.

Ready to Start Working in Canada?

Whether you're an employer or a skilled worker, our team can help you navigate every step of the LMIA and work permit process with precision and care.

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