- Arshdeep Kaur
- 2024/06/19
If you are eligible for AIP, you can apply for a work permit under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations R204(c) – C18. This is an LMIA-exempt work permit pathway under the International Mobility Program (IMP).
In order to extend your work permit through AIP, you must have:
1. Received an endorsement and a work permit support letter from one of the Atlantic provinces
2. Have a job offer from an AIP designated employer
3. Have language test results for English or French
4. Have a Canadian education credential or an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign education
5. Have worked for at least 1560 hours over a period of 12 months
6. Have an offer of employment number (LMIA exemption number) from your employer
o Your employer has to submit your offer of employer in the Employer Portal and pay $230 compliance fee
Through the AIP program, you are eligible for an additional two-year work permit.
The AIP process can be technical and daunting. That is why we are here to help! For further information and to discuss specifics of your case, contact us at [email protected]; or 226-881-3343. We will be happy to assist you!
Disclaimer: The above application is meant for informational and knowledge purposes and does not constitute legal advice.