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Can I Move To Work in Canada on TWP While PR Visa Is Processing

2nose

Star Member
Mar 8, 2016
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Hi everyone,
Let's say, hypothetically, that an employer offers me a job but wants me to start work right away. Seeing as a PR processing time sits between 5-6 months, is there a way that I can begin working for the employer in Canada while my PR visa is processing? Would this be a simple TWP application in tandem with the PR application, or is there something more specific to this scenario? Should I have my employer write a letter stressing their immediate need of my skills in the workplace?

Thanks so much for your help.
 

Bobbieleigh

Hero Member
Dec 11, 2015
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If the employer offers you a job he has to apply for LMIA first.
Now, it depends what sort of application he/she chooses. There are two sorts.
One is to support your EE application only and the other one is to allow you to work for him/her in Canada while you wait for your PR.
http://www.esdc.gc.ca/en/foreign_workers/hire/permanent/overview.page