Get a job offer from a Canadian employer, if required for your permit type
Check if you need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or if you qualify for an LMIA-exempt permit
Create an account on the Government of Canada immigration website
Complete the work permit application form
Gather required documents, such as passport, job offer letter, LMIA if needed, proof of qualifications, and proof of funds if required
Pay the application fees
Submit your application online or through the correct application center
Provide biometrics if requested
Complete a medical exam if required
Wait for a decision from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
If approved, receive your work permit and travel to Canada if applying from outside Canada
Follow the conditions on your work permit, including employer, job, location, and duration limits
Renew or extend your permit before it expires if you want to keep working
Apply for permanent residence later if you become eligible