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. Submission of any false or misleading information will result in the refusal of your application.
Instruction Guide (IMM 5487) | PDF * (32 KB)
You must submit the following completed forms:
- Temporary Work Permit Checklist: Please complete and place this checklist on top of your application.
- Application form | PDF * (45 KB)
- Family Information (IMM 5645E) | PDF * (59 KB)
If applicable, please also submit the following:
- Schedule 1 - Application for a Temporary Resident Visa Made Outside of Canada [IMM 5257 - Schedule 1 | PDF * (60 KB)]
- Use of a Representative (IMM 5476) | PDF * (70 KB)
- Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409) | PDF * (65 KB)
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