Get a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, if required for your permit type
Confirm whether you need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or an LMIA-exempt offer
Check your eligibility for a work permit on the Government of Canada website
Gather required documents, such as passport, job offer letter, LMIA or LMIA-exempt proof, and supporting forms
Create an online account on the IRCC website
Complete the work permit application form
Pay the required application fees
Submit biometrics if requested
Attend a medical exam if required
Wait for a decision from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Receive your port of entry letter or work permit approval if your application is approved
Present your approval documents to the border officer or follow the instructions provided by IRCC
Enter Canada and receive your work permit at the port of entry or by mail, depending on your situation