Temporary Work Permit Application Forms
Please read the Working Temporarily in Canada section of our website and the instruction guide provided below carefully before you complete the application forms. The fee for processing your application is not refundable, so make sure you are eligible before you apply. Please note that submitting a completed application and necessary supporting documents does not guarantee that you will receive a permit.
Instruction Guide (IMM 5487) | PDF * (32 KB)
Download the Temporary Resident Visa application forms:
- The Temporary Work Permit application forms and Instruction Guide can be downloaded from the Citizenship and Immigration (CIC) website.
You must submit the Temporary Work Permit Checklist
- This checklist contains all requirements for a temporary resident visa.
- Please complete and place this checklist on top of your application.
If applicable, please also submit the following:
- Live-In Caregiver Checklist
- Low Skill Project Application: This form must be completed by the Principal Applicant if applying under the Low Skill Program, e.g. as a truck driver, food attendant, construction laborer or healthcare aide.
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