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matirdamb

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May 3, 2026
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I came from the US by crossing the border(running from ICE), got a non-enforceable removal order and applied for H&C.

I also applied for an Open Work Permit, on the grounds of having a non-enforceable removal order and needing to work to pay for means.

It’s been 3 months since I’ve applied for the work permit and nothing yet. The status check says they’re still checking eligibility and background check. I do my biometrics over 2 months ago.

Any idea on how long these work permits take? I was told they’re different from the refugee ones an these take longer.
 
Work permit processing within canada is around 220 days so nothing to do but wait. However your application is complicated so can take longer.