{"id":1844,"date":"2015-08-11T14:48:19","date_gmt":"2015-08-11T14:48:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/immigrationca.staging.wpengine.com\/2015\/08\/11\/what-happens-after-submission-the-applications\/"},"modified":"2025-09-08T12:30:50","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T16:30:50","slug":"what-happens-after-submitting-work-permit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/what-happens-after-submitting-work-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens After I&#8217;ve Submitted My Work Permit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Once you\u2019ve submitted your<a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/canada-work-visa\/\"> work permit<\/a> application, what happens next depends on whether you\u2019re inside or outside Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin processing your application by checking that you\u2019ve submitted all the required documents \u2013 including your biometrics, if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to monitor your application status and respond promptly to any requests for more information. Below is a breakdown of what to expect during and after the processing period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On This Page You Will Find:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What to expect after applying from inside or outside Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to submit biometrics and medical exams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to check your work permit application status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to do if IRCC requests more documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What happens if your application is approved<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canadian-job-search-guide-to-making-the-most-of-your-time-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Canadian job search guide to making the most of your time\" class=\"wp-image-146050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canadian-job-search-guide-to-making-the-most-of-your-time-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canadian-job-search-guide-to-making-the-most-of-your-time-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canadian-job-search-guide-to-making-the-most-of-your-time-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canadian-job-search-guide-to-making-the-most-of-your-time.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You\u2019re Outside Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After submitting your application from outside Canada, you must book your biometrics appointment as soon as possible to avoid delays. IRCC will check your application to confirm all documents are complete. If anything is missing, your application will be returned without processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An officer will also review whether your employer is eligible to hire foreign workers and whether you meet the work permit requirements. You may be asked to attend an interview or submit additional documents. If you require a medical exam, IRCC will send you instructions. Be aware that this can add more than three months to your processing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your application is approved, IRCC will issue a <strong>port of entry (POE) letter of introduction<\/strong>, which confirms that you are allowed to work in Canada. This letter is <strong>not<\/strong> your work permit. You must present it when you arrive in Canada, where you\u2019ll receive your actual work permit at the port of entry. The permit will detail the type of work you can do, where and for whom you can work, and how long you can work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Canada-To-Cancel-Express-Entry-Points-For-LMIA-Backed-Job-Offer-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Canada To Cancel Express Entry Points For LMIA-Backed Job Offer\" class=\"wp-image-145744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Canada-To-Cancel-Express-Entry-Points-For-LMIA-Backed-Job-Offer-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Canada-To-Cancel-Express-Entry-Points-For-LMIA-Backed-Job-Offer-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Canada-To-Cancel-Express-Entry-Points-For-LMIA-Backed-Job-Offer-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Canada-To-Cancel-Express-Entry-Points-For-LMIA-Backed-Job-Offer.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You\u2019re Inside Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re applying from within Canada, IRCC will review your application in the same way \u2013 checking that all documents and biometrics are complete. You may be asked for additional information or a medical exam, depending on the type of work. If you\u2019re missing anything, your application will be returned without being processed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you applied as a visitor before <strong>August 28, 2024<\/strong>, and meet certain conditions, you may request temporary authorisation to work while your application is being processed. To qualify, you must have applied for an <strong>employer-specific<\/strong> work permit and remained in Canada throughout the process. If eligible, you must contact IRCC using the web form and include specific information such as your work permit number, employer\u2019s name, and job title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you submit the request, IRCC may take up to 30 business days (about six weeks) to respond. You can begin working <strong>only after<\/strong> receiving confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Approved Applications from Inside Canada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your application is approved and you applied from within Canada using the <strong>IMM 5710 form<\/strong>, you\u2019ll receive a notification in your online account, followed by your work permit in the mail. You don\u2019t need to wait for the paper permit to arrive \u2013 you can start working once you receive the approval notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your address changes before you receive your permit, you must inform IRCC of the new mailing address. The physical permit should arrive within six weeks of the decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canada-Aims-to-Beef-Up-Border-Security-as-Trumps-Second-Term-Begins-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Canada Aims to Beef Up Border Security as Trump\u2019s Second Term Begins\" class=\"wp-image-146146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canada-Aims-to-Beef-Up-Border-Security-as-Trumps-Second-Term-Begins-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canada-Aims-to-Beef-Up-Border-Security-as-Trumps-Second-Term-Begins-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canada-Aims-to-Beef-Up-Border-Security-as-Trumps-Second-Term-Begins-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/immigration.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Canada-Aims-to-Beef-Up-Border-Security-as-Trumps-Second-Term-Begins.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Port of Entry Applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people already in Canada can <strong>no longer apply<\/strong> for work permits at the port of entry. All initial and <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/extending-or-changing-a-canadian-temporary-work-permit\/\">extension<\/a> applications must be submitted online. If you are outside Canada, <a href=\"https:\/\/immigration.ca\/who-can-apply-for-a-canada-work-permit-at-a-port-of-entry\/\">you may still apply at a port of entry<\/a> if eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you receive a POE letter of introduction while in Canada, you must exit the country and re-enter to activate your work permit. However, re-entering from the U.S. or Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon may not be sufficient to trigger this process. In these cases, IRCC advises travellers to exit more fully and re-enter via an appropriate Canadian port of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757348636343\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens after I apply for a work permit from outside Canada?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>IRCC will check your application for completeness, including biometrics. If approved, you\u2019ll get a port of entry letter to present when entering Canada.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757348641384\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I know if I need a medical exam?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If required, an officer will notify you and send instructions. A medical exam can add more than three months to your processing time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757348646114\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I work while waiting for my permit inside Canada?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If you applied before August 28, 2024, as a visitor, and meet certain conditions, you may request interim work authorisation through the IRCC web form.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757348650694\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I track my application?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Use IRCC\u2019s online Application Status Tracker with your UCI and application number to view real-time updates on your work permit application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757348655580\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \">When will I get my work permit if I applied from inside Canada?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If approved, you\u2019ll receive an online approval notice and then the permit by mail. You can start working once you get the approval notice, even before receiving the paper permit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn what happens after you submit a Canada work permit application. 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