Q: I am a Filipina visitor in Canada. I have been offered a position to work as a nurse. The job offer has been approved by Service Canada. I know many people who file their work permit in the USA as caregivers. I do not have a USA visa. Can’t I obtain a work permit from inside of Canada since I am a nurse? How about at the border?
A: The rule is that first time work permits cannot be obtained inside Canada (extensions can). As such, since you are from a country that requires a visa to enter Canada then you are not eligible to apply for the work permit at the port of entry. You will need to apply for the work permit in your home country or USA. If you do not have a USA visa, then the USA consulate usually grants “one day visas” if you are going to a Canadian consulate in the USA for an interview. The interview notice is required.
Atty. Henry Moyal is a certified and licensed immigration lawyer in Toronto. The article above is general advice only is not intended as legal document. Send your inquiries on Canada work permit to his office phone 416-733-3193 or visit his website www.moyal.com
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