H-1B visa holder work permit

H-1B visa holders can no longer apply

We reached the cap of 10,000 applications for this initiative on July 17, 2023. However, family members may be eligible to apply under this new public policy.

Family members of H-1B visa applicants

Family members of H-1B visa applicants who have already applied can apply to come to Canada as a visitor, worker or student.

The deadline for family members to submit open work permit applications under this public policy is September 27, 2024. There's no deadline for visitor or student applications.

Study permit fee exemption for some children

Certain minor children are exempt from paying the study permit processing fee when applying for a study permit once in Canada.

Find out if your dependent minor children are eligible for the study permit processing fee exemption.

Deadline to submit: September 27, 2024