After you apply

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Your fingerprints and photo (biometrics)

Book your biometrics collection appointment as soon as you can to avoid processing delays. Find out how to give biometrics.

How we process your application

We’ll check your application to make sure you have all the necessary documents, including biometrics.

If it’s incomplete, we’ll refuse your application without processing it.

An officer will also check that you

  • qualify for a work permit
  • you’re admissible to Canada

We may also ask you to

  • go to an interview with our officials
  • send more information or documents

There’s a new way to check your application status

Use the application status tracker(opens in a new tab)  to get updates about your application. To create an account you need your

If your work permit application is approved

You’ll get an approval letter that says you’re allowed to work in Canada. This letter is called the port of entry letter of introduction.

You should bring this letter with you when you travel to Canada and present it at the port of entry. This letter is not your work permit.

You’ll only get your work permit at the port of entry the day you arrive in Canada.

The work permit will outline

  • how long you can work
  • the conditions you can work under

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