Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit
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Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit
Transfer to Your Canadian Company with G Square Immigration
Are you an employee of a company with operations in Canada and planning to transfer to a Canadian branch, subsidiary, affiliate, or related company? An Intra-Company Transfer may allow eligible employees to work in Canada without a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) under applicable rules.
At G Square Immigration, we help you assess your eligibility, prepare employer and employee documents, and complete your Work Permit application correctly.
What is an Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit?
An Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit allows eligible employees of a foreign company to temporarily work for a related Canadian entity.
Depending on the applicable category, the transfer may be available to executives, senior managers, or workers with specialized knowledge. The employee must meet the specific requirements of the applicable ICT category.
When Can You Apply for an Intra-Company Transfer?
Your Company Has a Canadian Entity
You may qualify if your foreign employer has a qualifying relationship with a Canadian company.
You Are Being Transferred to Canada
The transfer should involve working for the related Canadian entity in an eligible position.
You Are an Executive, Manager or Specialized Knowledge Worker
Your role and experience must meet the requirements of the applicable ICT category.
You Want to Work in Canada Without an LMIA
Eligible Intra-Company Transferees may qualify for an LMIA-exempt Work Permit under applicable rules.
How Does the Intra-Company Transfer Process Work?
Review Your Employment History
Assess your position, responsibilities, experience, and relationship with the foreign company.
Confirm the Company Relationship
Establish the qualifying relationship between the foreign and Canadian entities.
Determine Your ICT Category
Identify whether you qualify as an executive, senior manager, or specialized knowledge worker.
Prepare Employer Documents
Gather letters and evidence explaining the transfer, Canadian position, and company relationship.
Submit Your Work Permit Application
Complete and submit the LMIA-exempt Work Permit application with supporting documents.
Receive Your Decision
If approved, follow the conditions listed on your Canadian Work Permit.
Who Can Apply for an Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit?
- Work for a qualifying foreign company
- Have a qualifying relationship between the foreign and Canadian entities
- Meet the requirements of the applicable ICT category
- Have the required employment history with the company
- Be transferring to an eligible position in Canada
- Provide evidence of your role, experience, and responsibilities
- Meet applicable immigration and admissibility requirements
- Provide required supporting documents
Why Choose G Square Immigration?
ICT Eligibility Assessment
We review your employment history, position, and company structure.
Company Relationship Review
Assistance with documenting the relationship between the foreign and Canadian entities.
Category Guidance
Help determine the appropriate ICT category for your position.
Employer Documentation Support
Guidance with transfer letters and supporting company documents.
Application Preparation & Filing
We help prepare and submit your Work Permit application.
End-to-End Support
Professional guidance throughout your Intra-Company Transfer process.