Canada Temporary Residence
Study permits, work permits, and visitor visas — the first step for many paths to Canadian permanent residence.
Temporary Residence Pathways
Study Permit
Study at a Canadian college or university as an international student, with a clear pathway to post-graduation work and permanent residence.
Work Permit
LMIA-based, LMIA-exempt (intra-company, CUSMA/USMCA), or open work permits — including PGWP for international graduates.
Visitor Visa & Super Visa
Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) for tourism, business, or family visits — and the Super Visa for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. A study permit requires acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and proof of sufficient funds, not a job offer. The work and PR pathway typically comes later, through a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
An LMIA-based permit requires your employer to prove no Canadian worker was available for the role before hiring you. LMIA-exempt permits — such as intra-company transfers or CUSMA/USMCA professional categories — skip that step, which generally makes them faster to obtain.
Yes — this is the most common pathway. Work permit holders build Canadian work experience that counts toward Canadian Experience Class or PNP streams, and study permit holders can move to a Post-Graduation Work Permit and then to permanent residence.
There is Always A Way
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