How to apply for open work permit - outside of Canada

[mahes]

My spouse is in Canada with W1 worker visa and so I'm eligible for 'open' work permit as dependent.

Is it possible to apply for 'open' work permit along with 'dependent' visa application from outside Canada (from USA) ?
How long the 'open' work permit process takes ?

 

[rundung]

The open work permit takes the same processing as the visitors visa.

Do you and your spouse have a common-law union or are you married?

That will make a difference in the application method.

 

[mahes]

We are married.

Is it possible to apply for 'open' work permit along with 'dependent' visa application from outside Canada (from USA) ?