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Canada Spousal Open Work Permit
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Skilled Immigration
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- Most people below the age of 51 years old, with an occupation (listed on each country’s list), 2+ years of work experience & good English / French are eligible for this
- It is the most popular way of settling overseas
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State/Territory/Province Sponsored Immigration
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- Similar to skilled immigration
- Occupation must be listed on the state list
- Long term visa converted to PR & citizenship
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Employer Based Immigration
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- Very popular option for most countries
- Candidates who find a full time job & an employer overseas are eligible for this visa
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Family Migration
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- Some countries offer permanent residency anyone who has a parent, brother, sister, uncle, aunt or first cousin overseas
- The sponsoring relative needs to be an citizen or a permanent resident of that country
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Investment Migration
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- Many countries offer a temporary or PR visa in exchange for an investment
- Investment amounts can range from $50,000 to $500,000 or more
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https://www.y-axis.com/visa/work/canada/spousal-open-work-permit/
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Spouse open work permit is a type of work permit issued by the Canadian government to the spouse or common-law partner of certain temporary Canadian permit holders, such as international students, skilled workers, or visitors.
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Why Spousal Open Work Permit?
- Work in Canada while waiting
- Live with your partner in Canada
- Earn in Canadian dollars
- Choose your employer
- Get preferred over LMIA
- Gain Canadian work experience
Spousal Open Work Permit
A spousal open work permit (SOWP) in Canada is a permit issued to the spouse or common law partner of a temporary Canadian permit holder. This allows the spouse to work in Canada.
Spouse or Common-Law Partners in Canada can apply for visas under the below programs:
- Spouses or common-law partners of skilled workers [C41]: Under this program the spouses or common law partners of skilled workers who are working in Canada or wanting to come to the country can apply for an open work permit, even without possessing an offer of employment. Also, a dependent spouse or common law partner can apply for an open work permit under LMIA exemption code C41 if the principal worker satisfies the following requirements:
- Holds a work permit with a 6-month validity
- Planning or living physically in Canada while working
- Employed in a job that falls under the National Occupational Classification (NOC)
- Spouses or common-law partners of full-time students [C42]: Full-time students can apply for an open work permit in Canada. Also, a dependent spouse or common law partner can apply for an open work permit under LMIA exemption code C42 if the principal worker is a full-time student and holds a study permit at:
- A public post-secondary institution
- A private post-secondary institution
- A public or private secondary or post-secondary institution
- A private institution of Canada that is authorized by provincial statute
Benefits of Spousal Open Work Permit
- Work in Canada while waiting: The SOWP allows its applicants to stay in the country while waiting for a decision. It can take Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada about twelve months to process an application.
- Live with your partner in Canada: Get to live with your spouse even while your sponsorship application is still pending.
- Earn in Canadian dollars: Candidates get an opportunity to earn in Canadian dollars by applying for the Spousal Open Work Permit. One also gets to experience a good quality of life and an advanced living standard.
- Choose your employer: SWOP gives one an option to choose their employer in Canada, unlike closed work permits.
- Get preferred over LMIA: Employers prefer hiring from the Spousal Open Work Permit holders as they do not require a Labour Market Impact Assessment.
- Gain Canadian work experience: Even before becoming a PR in Canada, getting work experience there will help one’s career growth. Getting more work experience in Canada helps to earn higher incomes.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be legally married to your spouse or have a valid common-law relationship
- Have been legally married for at least a year
- The principal applicant must possess a valid work or study permit
- Not criminally or medically inadmissible to Canada
Requirements
- A genuine relationship with the spouse or partner: The Spousal Open Work Permit applicant must be in a genuine relationship with or a spouse of a citizen, permanent resident, or a qualifying foreign national.
- The principal applicant must possess a valid work or study permit: The applicant’s spouse or common-law partner must hold a valid study or work permit in Canada.
- Not criminally or medically inadmissible to Canada: Neither the principal applicant nor the spouse/ common-law partner has criminal or medical inadmissibility to enter Canada.
Steps to Apply for Spousal Open Work Permit
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Step 2: Arrange for all the documents
Step 3: Apply for the visa
Step 4: Get the work permit
Step 5: Work in Canada
Canada spousal open work permit processing time
The processing time for spousal open work permit (SOWP) is 3 – 5 months. It is to be noted that the processing times can vary.
Canada spousal open work permit cost
The cost for spousal open work permit in Canada is $255.
How Can Y-Axis Assist You?
- Coaching services for IELTS, PTE, etc. to help you improve your scores.
- Prepare a checklist for your supporting documents.
- Job search services to help you find the right one for you.
- Fill up the visa application form.
- Check your eligibility through Canada Points Calculator.
- Prepare you for the immigration interview as well.
- Free counselling
- Step by step guidance.
- Follow up with the Consulate and give updates.
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