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Can spouse of PR can get open work permit if the current status is visitor?

Taj339

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Apr 30, 2018
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Hii my spouse is visitor in Canada n I am Canadian permanent residence am just wondering if he is eligible for open work permit? If yes how can I apply?
 

Bs65

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Mar 22, 2016
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If you are a PR applying for spouse sponsorship via the inland route then you can apply for a spouse work permit which usually takes about 4 months. Other than that the spouse would need to find a employer sponsor for an LMIA application.