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How to get NEW WORK AUTHORIZATION Letter in Canada?

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Are you an international student, temporary worker, or visitor in Canada wondering how to update your work status or start working legally? Getting a new Work Authorization Letter is often essential if you change employers, graduate and apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), or extend your stay. This comprehensive guide by Globexa Immigration walks you through everything you need to know.

1. What is a Work Authorization Letter in Canada?

A Work Authorization Letter—sometimes called a Letter of Introduction, approval letter, or work permit approval letter—is an official document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). It confirms your right to work in Canada and outlines any conditions of your employment, such as job title, employer, location, or working hours.

Key point: Without a valid work authorization, you cannot legally work in Canada. Working without it can lead to deportation, inadmissibility, or bans on future applications.

2. Common Situations Requiring a New Work Authorization Letter

1. You’re an international student graduating and applying for a PGWP.

2. You’re changing employers under an employer-specific (closed) work permit.

3. You’re switching from a visitor visa to a work permit (if eligible under certain public policies).

4. You’re extending or restoring your status as a worker in Canada.

5. You’re changing job duties, work location, or other permit conditions.

6.  You’ve received a new job offer supported by a positive LMIA or are LMIA-exempt.

3. How to Apply for a New Work Authorization Letter in Canada

1. Confirm Eligibility

Before applying, make sure you meet one of the eligible scenarios:

  • Have valid status in Canada (e.g., student, worker, visitor under special policies).

  • Hold a valid job offer that meets Canadian employment standards.

  • Comply with the terms of your current permit (if applicable).

  • Have completed studies in an eligible program and institution (for PGWP).

2. Collect Required Documents

Prepare a complete set of documents to avoid delays:

  • Identification: Passport copy with clear bio page.

  • Status documents: Current study/work permit or visitor record.

  • Proof of eligibility:
    For PGWP: Graduation letter & final transcript.
    For employer-specific permit: Job offer letter, LMIA (if required), or offer of employment number./

  • Digital photo: Per IRCC specifications (head and shoulders, white background, 35×45 mm).

  • IMM Forms: IMM5710 (Application to Change Conditions, Extend Stay, or Remain in Canada as a Worker).

  • Others (if applicable): Marriage certificate (for spouse work permits), proof of relationship, or restoration documents.

3. Submit Your Application Online

Canada requires online submission through your IRCC secure account. Steps include:

1.  Log in or register at IRCC’s website.

2. Choose “Apply to come to Canada” → “Extend or change conditions on your work permit.”

3. Answer the eligibility questionnaire.

4. Upload all required documents and fill out forms accurately.

5. Pay the processing fee (typically CAD $155 for most work permits + CAD $100 open work permit holder fee if applicable).

6. Submit your application.

You’ll get a confirmation number to track your application.


4. Biometrics & Medical Exams (if required)

IRCC may request biometrics (fingerprints and photo) if you haven’t provided them in the last 10 years. Certain jobs (e.g., healthcare, child care, food services) may also require an upfront medical exam.


5. Wait for Processing

Typical processing times (subject to change):

  • Inside Canada work permit extensions/changes: 3–6 weeks.

  • Restoration applications: 2–4 months.

Processing can be faster or slower depending on workload, completeness, or program stream.


6. Receive Your Work Authorization Letter

If approved, you’ll receive a Letter of Introduction in your IRCC account—this is your Work Authorization Letter, which serves as proof you can legally start or continue working in Canada.

🟢 Important: Your new work permit card will follow by mail, but you can work immediately if your letter specifies you’re authorized.

4. What is Implied Status? Can You Work While Waiting?

If you apply to renew or change your work permit before it expires, you automatically get implied status, allowing you to continue working under your existing conditions until IRCC makes a decision.

🔴 But:

  • If your current permit has already expired, you cannot work until you receive new authorization or restore your status.

  • Working without authorization can lead to serious immigration consequences.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Do I need to leave Canada to get a new work authorization?

No, most changes or extensions can be done from inside Canada without exiting.

Q2: I’ve changed jobs; can I start working for my new employer right away?

Not until you receive a new work authorization letter with updated employer details.

Q3: Can visitors apply for a work permit from inside Canada?

Usually no, but temporary public policies (like those extended in 2024) allow visitors with valid status and job offers to apply from inside Canada in certain cases.

Q4: How long will I wait for the new work permit card?

After approval, the physical permit is mailed within 1–3 weeks, but you can work using your letter of introduction.

6. Mistakes to Avoid When Applying

1. Applying after your current permit expires, risking loss of status.

2. Providing incomplete or inconsistent documents, which can trigger delays or refusals.

3. Assuming implied status applies if you apply after expiry—it does not!

4. Misunderstanding employer-specific permits: you must stick to the conditions until the new authorization is issued.

7. How Globexa Immigration Can Help

The process of getting a new work authorization letter is detailed, paperwork-intensive, and mistakes can derail your status or future immigration goals. At Globexa Immigration, we offer:

1. Expert eligibility assessment.

2. Document preparation and form completion.

3. Direct liaison with IRCC on your behalf.

4. Ongoing support until you receive your new work authorization.

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