Thanks @Miss bee for your clear and concise answers I really appreciate it.Yes, your employer is generally required to submit an offer of employment through the Employer Portal and pay the $230 employer compliance fee, even if your PNP nomination has no employment restrictions, if your work permit is employer-specific and falls under LMIA-exempt code T13. Then you have to mention that job offer number in your work permit application which starts with AXxxxxxxxx along with other documents like job letter, pay stubs, nomination certificate, new Work permit support letter, your passport copy , previous work permit copy and your picture.
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You can apply by paper, but it’s not faster — online applications are processed more quickly in most cases. However, applying together as a family unit (you + spouse + kids) is possible in both online and paper formats.
Key Points
- Paper applications are slower (processing times can be significantly longer).
- Online is faster, and you can submit family applications together in one bundle.
- If you’re trying to coordinate new permits for all family members, online is the preferred method.
- When you apply for a new work permit using the PNP support letter, your spouse can apply for an open work permit (spousal SOWP) and kids for visitor/study permits, as accompanying dependents.
Another quick question - is there any direct resources online that can direct my employer in creating an employer Portal and pay the fee online?