do i need a new LMO when renewing my work permit on the same employer?

[pres]

Hi there,

I asked a lot of friends about renewing a work permit, if there is a need for me to get a new lmo or just my old work permit since i am working on the same employer, but I got different opinions from them. Please give me a clarification regarding this matter. My work permit gonna be expire on Feb. this year.

thank you..

 

[angelbrat]

You need a new LMO and under new rules you MUST have this before extending your current work visa.

If for whatever reason, you are unable to get a positive LMO before your current visa runs out, you have to stop working and wait for the LMO, then apply for the extension.

 

[JGK]

When you received your initial LMO did it recommend you to apply for Provincial Nomination after 6 months (mine did). If you apply for and get provincial nomination, your employer doesn't have to get you a new LMO in order for you to renew the TWP.

Plus with the wait times for TWP (same employer) at close to 3 months plus the LMO to get, you need to start the process almost 6 months before your current permit expires.

 

[rjessome]

When you received your initial LMO did it recommend you to apply for Provincial Nomination after 6 months (mine did). If you apply for and get provincial nomination, your employer doesn't have to get you a new LMO in order for you to renew the TWP.

Plus with the wait times for TWP (same employer) at close to 3 months plus the LMO to get, you need to start the process almost 6 months before your current permit expires.

This depends on the province where you apply. 6 months is for entry level/semi skilled in Alberta. It's 9 months in BC and not all employers are eligible.