What the client is asked for.
“Documents for your work permit application.” is the line your client sees at the top of the checklist. Every item below can be edited once you copy it.
| # | Document | Accepts | Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity | |||
| 1 | PassportThe bio page, and any pages with stamps or visas. | PDF, Photo · up to 10 | Required |
| 2 | Digital photo | Photo · up to 1 | Required |
| Employment | |||
| 3 | Job offer letter | PDF · up to 2 | Required |
| 4 | LMIA or offer of employment number | PDF · up to 2 | Optional |
| 5 | Résumé / CV | PDF, Word / Excel · up to 1 | Required |
| 6 | Reference lettersFrom past employers, on letterhead, with your duties and dates. | PDF · up to 10 | Required |
| Education | |||
| 7 | Degrees and transcripts | PDF · up to 10 | Optional |
| 8 | Language test results | PDF · up to 2 | Optional |
When to use it.
Passport and language test items ask for the expiry date, so renewals start from what is already on file.
The LMIA, degrees and language test results are optional, since they depend on the stream. Check current government requirements before sending.
Work permit application: questions and answers
What documents are needed for a Canadian work permit?
This checklist asks for the passport, a digital photo, the job offer letter, a résumé and reference letters from past employers, plus an optional LMIA or offer of employment number, degrees and transcripts, and language test results. Requirements vary by stream, so adjust it to the case.
Can reference letters from several employers be uploaded?
Yes. The reference letters item accepts up to 10 PDF files.
More templates.
Your next client is the last item on the list.
Copy this checklist into your firm, change what you need, and send it to your first client.