The procedures that professionals must follow in order to receive a work permit in Canada have been clarified.
CUSMA Requirements for a Professional Work Permit in Canada.
The requirements for the program are for CUSMA professionals.
A person must be a citizen of either the United States of America or Mexico in order to be eligible for the LMIA exemption that is offered by the CUSMA Professionals clause.
Additionally, the individual must be qualified in one of the CUSMA professional occupations in order to fulfill the requirements of the CUSMA's definition of a professional qualification.
To be able to work in their profession, professionals are required to demonstrate that they are qualified to do so.
This can be accomplished through the possession of a degree or certification, as well as evidence of having pre-arranged employment with a Canadian company.
Application procedures for issuing a Canadian professional work permit.
Professionals from CUSMA are in charge of the application process.
One of the following three options is available to anyone who wishes to submit an application for a work visa as a CUSMA professional:
At one of the ports of entry (POE) in Canada."
Prior to entering Canada, at a Canadian visa office on the day of entrance.
It is possible for the individual to submit an application from within Canada if they are currently present in the nation as a temporary resident.
When applying for a work permit as a CUSMA professional, an individual is required to produce the following documents in order to be considered for the position:
A document proving citizenship in either the United States or Mexico.
Confirmation of employment in Canada that was previously negotiated.
Evidence of employment in Canada, including a description of the occupation held by the individual.
The credentials that demonstrate their qualifications for the profession that they plan to pursue in Canada.