On August 16, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the LMIA application processing times for 2023 under various streams. Service Canada is dedicated to giving all Temporary Foreign Worker Programme (TFWP) applicants excellent client service and recognizes the importance of the program in addressing Canada’s labor shortages and serving the needs of Canadian businesses.
Depending on how many applications the TFWP receives, processing times for LMIA applications can change. Service Canada is committed to processing all LMIA applications as quickly as possible.
What are the updated LMIA application processing times for 2023?
Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Permanent residence Stream, Agricultural stream, and In-home caregivers.
- Global Talent Stream – 10 business days (-3 days)
- Agricultural stream – 16 business days (+5 days)
- Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program – 6 business days (-1 day)
- Permanent residence Stream – 60 business days (+6 days)
- In-home caregivers – 24 business days (+1 day)
- High-wage Stream – 37 business days (-3 days)
- Low-wage Stream – 44 business days (-6 days)
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What is a Labour Market Impact Assessment?
Before hiring a foreign worker, a Canadian business may require to get a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). A positive LMIA will demonstrate that a foreign worker is required to fill the position. Additionally, it will demonstrate that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is qualified for the position. A confirmation letter is another name for a positive LMIA.
The worker can submit a work permit application after the employer receives the LMIA.
Applicants for work permits must meet the following requirements:
- a job offer letter,
- a contract,
- a copy of the LMIA, and
- the LMIA number
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