If one of the following conditions apply to you , you may be eligible to apply for an open work permit:

• You are the spouse or common-law partner of a skilled worker or international student
• are a dependent family member of someone who applied for permanent residence

Under this application category, the applicant have to provide proof of relationship , Financial status and other supporting documents. The processing time depends on the applicant’s country of residence.

The spouse of international students have to get a letter of enrolment, transcripts and other proof available to prove that they are studying full time at their DLI and submit with the application.

The spouse of skilled workers can submit Employment letter which must have the designation, salary and job duties mentioned along with their paystubs. There are other documents required based on your specific application.

Dependent family member of someone who applied for PR & has received the AOR# is also eligible to apply for an open work permit for Canada.

For a complete list of documents and to check your eligibility to apply for an open work permit, please contact our team of professionals who can assist with the filing.