The processing time for a Canada work visa varies by permit type, applicant’s country, and IRCC workload. Employer-specific work permits usually take about 9 weeks, while open work permits range from 3 to 27 weeks. Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications can take 8 to 214 days. Processing depends on application completeness and biometrics.
|
Permit Type |
Approximate Processing Time |
|
Employer-Specific Work Permit |
Around 9 weeks |
|
Open Work Permit |
3 to 27 weeks |
|
Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) |
8 to 214 days |