Work permit is not a traveling document. It's just a document that allows you to remain in Canada. If you need to travel out of Canada then you need to apply for TRV with your permit. Read comment from csadangi....Hi there, I was under the impression a work permit can be used just like a visa to leave and re enter Canada? Where does it say you'll need to apply for a Visa in order to travel outside of Canada and how long does it take to get this Visa?