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What happens if your work permit expires?

What happens if your work permit expires?

If you have a work permit that expires, you should always apply for an extension of your work permit at least 90 days before it expires. This is because immigration may take a long time to renew it.

How long can you stay in Canada after work permit expires?

You can apply to restore your work permit in the first 90 days after it expires. If you do this, you can stay in Canada until you get further instructions, but you must stop working until you receive your restored work permit.

How long is open work permit valid?

5 years
It will be valid for 5 years from the date of issuance or until the client’s passport expires (whichever comes first), regardless of whether this date is beyond the expiry date for the work permit.

How many times can you extend work permit in Canada?

There is no limit on the number of times a permit can be extended, should the individual continue to meet the eligibility conditions.

Can I extend my work permit?

If you have a work permit that’s about to expire or that you need to change, you must apply to extend it or change the conditions on it. You should apply to extend your work permit at least 30 days before your current permit expires.

Can I apply for EI if my work permit expired?

If a work permit expires, the worker may not be eligible for EI benefits. Nevertheless, if a claimant has applied for an extension before the work permit expiry date, he may be eligible for EI benefits.

Can you still work in Canada if your work permit expires?

You must stop working on day the original work permit expires. For example, you may have come to Canada as a worker and then applied for a study permit. If so, you must stop working once your work permit expires. After that, you cannot work or study until you get a new permit.

Can I convert closed work permit to open work permit?

If you have been working in Canada under a closed work permit and want to start a new job, you must qualify for and apply for a new, different work permit or switch to an open work permit. You can also change your status to that of a visitor or student.

How do I check if my work permit is expired?

How do I check the expiry date of a Work Pass or Long-Term Pass?

  1. “Enquire” -> “Foreign Worker Details”
  2. “Enquire” -> “Work Permit Validity/Application Status”

What happens if your SIN card expires?

If your SIN has expired, you will have to renew it. If your SIN starts with 9, your employer will also ask to see your work permit. If you are a foreign student, you do not need a work permit to work at an on-campus job.

Can work permit holder work for another company?

Yes. In general, your foreign workers (Work Permit or S Pass holders) are allowed to work at your client’s place. Your workers are at your client’s place to provide your company’s services under a contractual agreement. Your company remains the employer which manages the workers and pays their salary.

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