Work Permit Holder’s Spouse

This service is for the spouse or common-law partner of certain foreign workers in Canada. Since January 21, 2025, eligibility depends on the principal worker’s occupation, TEER level, pathway to permanent residence, remaining work authorization, and other program conditions. Dependent children are not automatically eligible for an open work permit under these family measures.

The main applicant must be in one of the eligible groups; For example, some TEER 0 or 1 occupations, selected TEER 2 or 3 occupations, some permanent residency pathways or certain IRCC declared groups. In many cases, the main applicant’s work permit must be valid enough at the time the spouse’s application is received. Spouse or common-law relationship must be real and provable.

Due to different regulations between routes, the NOC code, actual job title, type of license and its expiration date should be checked before proceeding.

Professional fees are determined after reviewing the applicant’s circumstances, immigration history, number of family members, the complexity of the matter, and the scope of services required. To receive an assessment and fee information, please book a professional consultation. After the assessment, the services, professional fees, and payment terms will be confirmed in a written retainer agreement.

Government processing fees, biometrics, medical examinations, translations, credential assessments, courier charges, and other third-party costs are separate from professional fees unless the written agreement expressly states otherwise.

• Passport and identity documents of the applicant;
• Marriage certificate or Common-law relationship documents;
• Work Permit or introduction letter of the main applicant;
• current employment letter, contract, pay statements and description of duties of the main applicant;
• NOC code and evidence of TEER level and job eligibility;
• documents of the path of permanent residence, if relying on it;
• Financial documents and residence;
• Evidence of the genuine relationship;
• Forms, photo, immigration records, biometrics and medical examination, as the case may be.