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voypl

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Apr 3, 2017
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Firstly, hello to all of You, I've just created here an account.
Let me explain my situation.
I've came to Montreal, Quebec 3 months ago. Then I've got visa and here I am.
I am here on Young Professional visa- it is closed only for this employer.

The question is: Can I change the employer?
I've done some research, and these are my conclusions:
1. I can not change employer with the current visa.
2. I have to find new employer and I need to have LMIA from him and them I can apply for new visa (?)
3. I am not sure if the second rule works in Quebec?
4. If the second rule doesn't work in Quebec - how opportunities do I have to change my employer? and if not - can I found remotely other employer, an example in Ontario and then change?
 
The Young Professional visa requires you to remain with the same employer. If you wish to change employers, your new employer will need to obtain an approved LMIA and give you a job offer. Once you have those two things, you'll need to apply for a closed work permit tied to your new employer. Once the closed work permit is approved, you'll be able to start working for the new employer.
 
Thank you scylla for quick response.
I have more questions.
What is the cost for employer to get LMIA for me? Does it change costs if I have currently work permit for other company?
And in practise, probably a lot of you applied for work permit like that. Is it so difficult to go the whole process and get visa?
I've got few interview and always when I mention about my current status, employers don't want to go the whole process and give me the offer.
I am wondering If it is possible to do that at all.
Maybe the problem is that I don't have CSQ? Would it change anything? I know that costs are lower, but anything more? I feel confused with many information in the Internet about that.