Short-Term Work Permit Exemption for Foreign Nationals to Canada

The short-term work permit exemption applies to foreign nationals. Each foreign national will be authorized to work without a permit under public policy for a 15-day period every 6 months or a 30-day period every 12 months.

Do you want to know your eligibility for the Short-Term Work Permit Exemption for Canada?

Call us toll-free or take less than a minute to fill our Online Assessment for Your Visa Options.

Start Your Online Assessment

Or Call Us: 1-(888)-509-1987

Start Your Online Assessment

Or Call Us: 1-(888)-509-1987

Do you want to know your eligibility for the Short-Term Work Permit Exemption for Canada?

Call us toll-free or take less than a minute to fill our Online Assessment for Your Visa Options.

The Short-Term Work Permit Exemption was launched as a part of the Global Skills Strategy by the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in coordination with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Note: The Global Talent Stream (GTS) is part of the Global Skills Strategy.

It justifies the hiring of highly skilled professionals who are coming to Canada to work for short term work assignments.

Who Qualifies for a Short-Term Work Permit Exemption?

As short-term work exemption allows you to work in Canada without a work permit for a short period of time if you intend to perform work in an occupation that is listed in skill type 0 (management occupations) or skill level A in the matrix of the NOC, as defined in section R2, for up to the following periods:

15 or 30 consecutive calendar days. These exemptions are granted for a short duration once every 6 or 12 months.
If you are an eligible researcher, you are allowed a 120-day work permit exemption to exit or re-enter Canada within that time frame. However, this exemption can not be extended beyond the initial time frame.

How Does Short-Term Work Permit Exemption Work?

If you are applying for a short-term work permit, then you are required to provide the following:

A formal job offer from your employer
A letter from your employer describing your work, NOC code, and the duration of your employment
A letter from the qualifying institution confirming your research, NOC code, and duties
Proof of academic qualifications
Description of how your presence is important to add value to the research you are undertaking

Your authorized work period begins on the date your exemption is granted irrespective of whether you are presently working in Canada.

You can not apply for a visa extension for a short-term work permit only after a certain period of time has elapsed.

Get A Free Assessment

Receive answers to all your immigrations questions along with available options, all in one place.

First Name:

Please enter your first name

Last Name:

Please enter your last name

Email:

Please enter a valid email

Phone Number:

Please enter a valid phone number

Nationality:

Please select a country

Country Of Residence:

Please select an country

Country Interested In:

Please select an option

Immigration Matter:

Please select an option

Submit

Or Call Us: 1-(888)-509-1987

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to Short-Term Work Permit Exemption

If you are a business visitor, a foreign representative, that is, a person entitled to diplomatic status, or military personnel, then you might be eligible to work without a work permit in Canada.

You can apply for an exemption at the port of entry or an overseas visa office.

Canada offers different types of work permits and many exemptions to the temporary work permit requirements. The eligibility for those varies depending on your circumstances and occupation.

Canada allows you to become a permanent resident and immigrate without the requirement of a job offer.

If you are currently living in Canada and have a valid job offer from your employer, then you can apply for a work permit suiting your occupation.

Why Start with My Visa Source with a Free Online Assessment?

Congratulations on taking your first step towards Temporary Residence in Canada!

My Visa Source's immigration lawyers dedicate themselves to your immigration case, providing legal representation tailored to your personal situation.

Our expertise focuses on immigration and visa programs for Canada and the United States, including global immigration.

Partnering with an award-winning immigration team greatly increases the likelihood of achieving your specific immigration or visa goals.

Immigration is a complex process that requires strong legal strategy, precise paperwork, and perfect attention to detail and experience dealing with immigration officials and government departments, reducing the risk of wasted time, money or permanent rejection.

Begin Your Application for Temporary Residence Today!

Securing personalized legal help is quick and simple. Begin with our one-minute online assessment form or call us toll-free at 1-888-509-1987.

We have a dedicated team of licensed professionals standing by, ready to answer your immigration and visa questions. We’ve been helping people from over 120 countries for over a decade and can help you too.

Book a personal consultation to speak with an award-winning immigration lawyer either in-person, over the telephone, or through a video conference.

We're open 6am-9pm PST & EST, 7 days a week, and are ready for in-person, phone, and video consultations.

My Visa Source made the process of my partner’s PR a breeze. We did run into an issue in the beginning as my partner initially started his PR progress with the intent of going through his work to get his PR. There were some difficulties that ended up leading us into doing his PR through common-law sponsorship, which ended up being a blessing in disguise as we were appointed a new Lawyer & team.

Harley Jensen was very much on top of everything from quick replies to our emails and if we ran into any difficulties she would always set up a phone call to ease us through the process. There was another lovely lawyer by the name Natasha who was also helping us through some difficulties.

Overall My Visa Source made us feel confident and at ease during this very stressful process. We would like to thank the team for all their hard work. I would definitely recommend them.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Emily N.

Sharing my experience with MVS. This firm has truly reliable and dependable professionals, no wonder it has won so many awards and accolades. After my initial spouse work permit rejection, I approached MVS and I was assured they’d handle my case sensitively. Bara was very calm and informative, he initiated my process. My wife’s permit case was assigned to Sharon and Marc. ‘Sharon’ is very knowledgeable and precise, she was always reachable and was prompt on her responses during the process. Her follow ups on every step was phenomenal. Such a gem! I blindly recommend her.

Marc on the other hand was the heart of the process, shout out to him as well..
All my stress was washed out as every actions performed by them was promising. I was optimistic and finally received the permits, now I can reunite with my family in coming days.

Couldn’t praise enough. Wish you best to unite and bring happiness to more families like ours.
I wish to personally meet you all one day to thank for what you’ve done. You’ve changed my life.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Vinayak B.

I've had a very bad experience with an immigration lawyer at another firm in the past, and I was very scare to experience that again. I found My Visa Source online and decided to give them a try because of their great reviews, and I don't regret it for a second!. Amazing experience, they really treated me like a human being and were very upfront and organized with all information.

Angel Pavlou is really an angel, very sweet and helpful, she help us a lot on our first stage of the process with the firm. She is an amazing human being!

Because we were applying through common-in-law sponsorship, my team was Harley and Natasha, an amazing team! We worked for about 4-5 month on the file to make sure everything needed was there. And even though they usually respond within 2-3 business days, by the last portion before submission, our emails were responded by the minute, which we really appreciate as it helped to speed up the process significantly.

Even though our contract with the firm ended with the submission of our application, they left the door open for further questions we may have about what's coming next with our application, which is a big support for us, and we really appreciate (as now we have a long road ahead before a final answer from IRCC comes).

Thanks Team! :)

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Kate T.

At first I was a bit wary because we had some challenges with our spousal sponsorship case and all correspondence was done over the phone or email, but now that my husband has been approved, I can say with confidence I would hire My Visa Source again for any immigration needs. My husband was not even asked for an interview in the end. This firm works many different nationalities and passport holders and there experience is vast.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Julia C.

...

After previously going to another immigration service it became glaringly obvious how great this service was. Angel was able to answer all my questions and share with me some options that I had not been told of by the other lawyer. I highly recommend this service.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: David Andrews B.

I absolutely love this firm. Very detailed and best help you can get. They do free consultation too which is great. Angel is amazing. Trevor is great.
Best team at My Visa Source. I was happy with how my application was handled.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Josh A.

This was a free consult call. I received the call exactly at the time arranged. Irfhan was very helpful, honest and informative. Unfortunately there weren’t many options for my case and he made no false promises. His integrity was impeccable and even though there wasn’t much that could be done he did offer some great suggestions and advice.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Robin S.

My Visa Source Law MDP is an excellent immigration law firm. They were very supportive and
professional. They answered our many questions with timely and useful feedback.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: W M.

Mr. Shubhrash has been consultant for my immigration procedure and he has been outstanding. made us feel welcome and answered all our questions. He is very knowledgeable and friendly.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Dishani G.

I am pleased with the service provided by My Visa Source, and recommend My Visa Source for people who are confused about their immigration process and are looking for a helping hand.

5 out of 5 » Rating by: Zina B.

Planning on entering the United States or Canada this year or in 2026? Avoid potential issues by consulting with a licensed immigration professional. Book a consulation today!

Short-Term Work Permit Exemption for Foreign Nationals to Canada

Who Qualifies for a Short-Term Work Permit Exemption?

How Does Short-Term Work Permit Exemption Work?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to Short-Term Work Permit Exemption

Can I work without a work permit in Canada?

How to access short-term Canada work permit exemption under global skill strategy?

What is the eligibility for a work permit exemption?

Can I get a work permit for Canada without a job offer?

Can I apply for a work permit in Canada as a visitor?

Why Start with My Visa Source with a Free Online Assessment?

Begin Your Application for Temporary Residence Today!

See What Our Clients Are Experiencing

Overall Planned Canadian Permanent Resident Admissions

Your Source For Everything Immigration

Media

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR IMMIGRATION MAGAZINE

Planning on entering the United States or Canada this year or in 2026? Avoid potential issues by consulting with a licensed immigration professional. Book a consulation today! Learn More

Short-Term Work Permit Exemption for Foreign Nationals to Canada

Who Qualifies for a Short-Term Work Permit Exemption?

How Does Short-Term Work Permit Exemption Work?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to Short-Term Work Permit Exemption

Can I work without a work permit in Canada?

How to access short-term Canada work permit exemption under global skill strategy?

What is the eligibility for a work permit exemption?

Can I get a work permit for Canada without a job offer?

Can I apply for a work permit in Canada as a visitor?

Why Start with My Visa Source with a Free Online Assessment?

Begin Your Application for Temporary Residence Today!

See What Our Clients Are Experiencing

Overall Planned Canadian Permanent Resident Admissions

Your Source For Everything Immigration

Media

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR IMMIGRATION MAGAZINE

Planning on entering the United States or Canada this year or in 2026? Avoid potential issues by consulting with a licensed immigration professional. Book a consulation today!