Work permits: see which one you can apply for
Open permits, PGWP, bridging permits, LMIA, and extensions. I check fit before you apply.
15 to 30 minute phone call · English, Punjabi, Hindi
Who this is for
People who need a clear work permit plan
This service is for people who need a new work permit, an extension, an open work permit, or a clear status strategy while living or working in Canada.
Many clients come to me unsure which pathway fits, whether an LMIA is required, or what to do before a permit expires. I start with an honest assessment before any filing begins.
Scope
What I help with
Focused support across the work permit pathways clients ask about most often.
Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP)
Open work permit options for spouses and partners who may be eligible based on the principal applicant’s study or work status.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Help for graduates applying for a PGWP, with attention to program eligibility, timing, and supporting documents.
Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
Support when you need to maintain work authorization while a permanent residence application is in process.
LMIA-exempt work permits
International Mobility Program categories such as C51 and related LMIA-exempt options, assessed for fit before filing.
LMIA-based (employer-specific) work permits
Employer-supported permits that require an LMIA, with clear coordination on what the employer and worker each need.
Work permit extensions
Extensions and related filings to help you maintain lawful status when your current permit is approaching expiry.
Status strategy
A practical plan when a permit is expiring, a change is required, or you need clarity on what options remain available.
Support
How I help
Selective RCIC support focused on fit, preparation, and clear next steps.
Honest pathway assessment
I review which work permit route is realistic for your situation, and which ones are not worth pursuing right now.
Document preparation
I help you organize letters, forms, and supporting evidence so the file is complete and coherent.
Application preparation and submission
Careful preparation of the work permit application, with attention to consistency before anything is filed.
Clear timing and next steps
You get plain-language updates on what happens next, what depends on IRCC processing, and when action is needed.
If the work permit is part of sponsoring a spouse or partner, read Spousal sponsorship in Canada: a clear guide.
Approach
My approach
Work permit files stay selective, thorough, and grounded in direct RCIC communication.
Selective
I only take files with a realistic path forward. Honesty comes first.
Thorough
Every detail is checked so your application is complete and coherent.
Transparent
Clear fees and plain-language updates before any work begins.
Direct RCIC communication
You work with me, Kulbir Singh, RCIC. There is no one else on the file.
Ready to review your work permit options?
An honest look at SOWP, PGWP, bridging permits, LMIA pathways, and extensions.