Visitor Visa

To visit Canada, individuals must obtain an official visa issued by a Canadian visa office. This visa, placed in the applicant’s passport, confirms that they meet the necessary requirements to enter Canada as a visitor, student, or worker. This document is commonly referred to as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV).

Most travelers to Canada, including those transiting through the country, require a visitor visa. Applications for a TRV can be submitted either online or using a paper application.

Key Information for Visitors:

• Most visitors are allowed to stay in Canada for up to six months.

• Applicants may be granted either a single-entry or a multiple-entry visa.

• Some individuals may be found inadmissible to Canada due to reasons such as criminal activity or violations of human rights, among others.

Additional Services Available for Visa Holders and Applicants:

• Change of Status Applications

• Restoration of Status (for students, workers, or visitors)

• Extension of Status (for students, workers, or visitors)

Study Permit

Study in Canada: Your Pathway to a World-Class Education

Canada is one of the top destinations for international students, offering a world-renowned education system, excellent living standards, and welcoming multicultural communities. With over 437,000 international students currently studying in Canada, the country ranks as the third most popular destination for global learners.

What is a Study Permit?

A study permit is an official document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows foreign nationals to study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada.

Important: A study permit is not a visa. You may also need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada. If required, these will be issued as part of your study permit application.

Who Needs a Study Permit?

Foreign nationals must obtain a study permit if they plan to pursue a program in Canada that is longer than six months. To apply, you must first receive an acceptance letter from a recognized DLI (college or university), and in some cases a provincial attestation letter.

How to Apply for a Study Permit

You can apply for a study permit:

• Online, or

• By paper application

Processing times vary by country and application method, ranging from 10 days to 4 months or more. In certain cases, individuals may be eligible to apply from within Canada or at a port of entry.
Contact Us to determine which option is right for you.

Visa vs. Study Permit

When entering Canada, foreign nationals are granted temporary resident status (TRV), allowing them to enter and exit the country for a limited period. This is separate from your study permit, which authorizes you to study during your stay.

What’s Included in a Study Permit?

Your study permit will typically be valid for the duration of your study program plus 90 additional days to prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend your stay.

Working While Studying

International students with a valid study permit may:

• Work up to 25 hours per week during academic sessions

• Work full-time during scheduled breaks

• Be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) after completing their program

Extending Your Stay or Changing Your Status

If you’re unable to complete your program before your study permit expires, you must apply to extend your status to remain in compliance with immigration regulations. After graduation, you have 90 days from the completion date (listed on your degree or letter from your institution) to apply for a work permit, leave Canada, or change your status.

Pathway to Permanent Residency

Many provinces offer immigration streams that allow international graduates to apply for permanent residency once certain conditions are met. Linbridge Immigration Inc. can guide you through the process based on your individual circumstances.

What If Your Study Permit is Refused?

Don’t give up hope! If your application is denied, we can help you review your case, explore your options, and reapply or appeal where applicable.

Additional Services We Offer:

• Change of Status Applications

• Restoration of Status (Student, Worker, or Visitor)

• Extension of Status (Student, Worker, or Visitor)

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Work Permit

Canada is a highly developed country known for its excellent working conditions, high standard of living, and one of the world’s best healthcare systems.

To work in Canada, most foreign nationals require a valid work permit. A work permit is typically issued to individuals who:

• Have the required qualifications and work experience, and

• Hold a valid job offer from a Canadian employer.

Note: You generally need a work permit to work in Canada, unless you qualify under a specific exemption.

Employer Recruitment

Before a work permit can be issued, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) must confirm that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to fill the job. However, there are exceptions to this rule.

Applicants must first secure a willing employer and then contact our office to begin the application process. Please note: We do not provide job search assistance.

Changing or Extending a Work Permit

If you are already working in Canada and wish to change the conditions on your work permit (e.g., job role or employer), you must apply for a new permit at least 30 days before your current permit expires. You can also apply to extend your existing work permit.

Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

All foreign nationals entering Canada who are not citizens or permanent residents are granted temporary resident status. This status allows for legal entry and exit but is different from a work permit, which authorizes employment.

Other Application Types

We also assist with the following:

• Change of Status Applications

• Restoration of Status (for Students, Workers, or Visitors)

• Extension of Status (for Students, Workers, or Visitors)

• Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)

Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)

International students who have completed a qualifying program may be eligible for a Post-Graduate Work Permit, which allows them to work in Canada.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Completed a program of 8 months or longer at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)

• Maintained full-time student status throughout their studies

• Applied for PGWP within 180 days of receiving final marks

• Had valid status at some point during those 180 days

The length of the PGWP depends on the duration of your study program.

Restoration of Status

If you lose your temporary resident status, you may apply to restore it within 90 days, provided you:

• Remain in Canada and continue to meet the original conditions of your stay

• Did not exceed your authorized stay by more than 90 days

• Changed conditions (e.g., employer, school, type of work or study) without authorization

To apply for restoration, you must:

• Submit your application (online or by paper, depending on the case) within 90 days

• Explain the circumstances that led to non-compliance

• Continue to meet the original conditions of your stay

• Pay the required application fees

Important: Approval is not guaranteed. Each case is reviewed on its own merits by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Permanent Resident Pathways

Federal Skilled Worker Program

The Federal Skilled Worker Program is for skilled workers who have foreign work experience and want to become permanent residents.

Skilled workers can apply based on education, work experience, language skills, and other criteria.

Minimum Requirements

Work Experience: Skilled work experience must be:

• be in 1 of these TEER categories: 0, 1, 2, or 3. TEER stands for training, education, experience and responsibilities.

• have the same NOC as the job you want to use for your immigration application (called your primary occupation). Your primary occupation may not be your most recent work experience.

• show that you performed the actions in the lead statement of the NOC job description, and most of the main duties listed

• have been obtained within the last 10 years, in Canada or abroad

• be paid work (you must have been paid wages or earned commission—volunteer work or unpaid internships don’t count)

• be at least 1 year of continuous work or 1,560 hours total (30 hours per week)

Language Ability: You must take approved language tests in English or French and meet the minimum score in all 4 abilities: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Education: If you went to school in Canada, you must have a certificate, diploma or degree from a Canadian: secondary institution (high school) or post-secondary institution. If you have foreign education, you must have: a completed educational credential and an Educational Credential Assessment for immigration purposes.

Proof of Funds: You must show that you have enough money for you and your family to settle in Canada. You don't need proof of funds if you: are currently able to legally work in Canada, and have a valid job offer from an employer in Canada.

Selection Factors

If you meet all the minimum requirements, selection factor points will be used to help assess your eligibility.

• If you score 67 points or higher, you may qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker Program. You can then submit a profile to the Express Entry pool.

• If you score lower than 67 points, you won’t qualify for the program but may qualify for another permanent resident program. Contact us today or schedule a consultation.

Canadian Experience Class

The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents.

Skilled work experience must:

• be in 1 or more of these NOC categories: training, education, experience and responsibilities (TEER) 0, 1, 2, or 3. Your experience can be in more than 1 NOC.

• be gained by working in Canada while authorized to work under temporary resident status. If you worked remotely, you must have been physically in Canada and working for a Canadian employer.

• show that you performed: the actions in the lead statement of the NOC job description and most of the main duties listed.

• be paid work (you must have been paid wages or earned commission—volunteer work or unpaid internships don’t count).

• be at least 1 year of work or 1,560 hours total (30 hours per week) in the 3 years before you apply.

Language Ability: You must take approved language tests in English or French and meet the minimum score in all 4 abilities: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Education: There is no education requirement for the Canadian Experience Class. However, you can improve your ranking in the pool by getting points for your education. .Contact us today or schedule a consultation

Federal Skilled Trades Program

The Federal Skilled Trades Program is for skilled workers who want to become permanent residents based on being qualified in a skilled trade.

Skilled work experience must:

• all be in the same NOC

• show that you performed: the actions in the lead statement of the NOC job description, and most of the main duties listed

• meet the job requirements for that skilled trade as set out in the NOC

• be paid work. You must have been paid wages or earned commission (volunteer work or unpaid internships don’t count).

• have been obtained in a country where you were qualified to practice.

• be at least 2 years of full-time work experience (or 3,120 hours total) in a skilled trade within the 5 years before you apply.

Job Offer or Certificate of Qualification

You must have either: a valid job offer of full-time employment for a total period of at least 1 year, or a certificate of qualification in your skilled trade issued by a Canadian provincial, territorial or, federal authority.

Language Ability: You must take approved language tests in English or French and meet the minimum score in all 4 abilities: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Education: There is no education requirement for the Canadian Experience Class. However, you can improve your ranking in the pool by getting points for your education. Contact us today or schedule a consultation.

Proof of Funds: You must show that you have enough money for you and your family to settle in Canada. You don't need proof of funds if you: are currently able to legally work in Canada, and have a valid job offer from an employer in Canada.

Provincial Nominee Program

The provincial nominee program (PNP) is for workers who have the skills, education and work experience to contribute to the economy of a specific province or territory

• want to live in that province or territory

• want to become permanent residents of Canada

Each province and territory has its own “streams” (immigration programs that target certain groups) and requirements.

For example, in a program stream, provinces and territories may target

• students

• business people

• skilled workers

• semi-skilled workers

Contact us today or schedule a consultation for us to help assess your eligibility for each program.

Atlantic Immigration Program

The Atlantic Immigration Program is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates from a Canadian institution who want to work and live in 1 of Canada’s 4 Atlantic provinces—New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island or Newfoundland, and Labrador.

You must receive a job offer from a designated employer in Atlantic Canada to participate in the program.

You must be either

• a recent graduate of a recognized post-secondary institution in Atlantic Canada or

• a skilled worker

Contact us today or schedule a consultation for us to help assess your eligibility for each program.

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