NAFTA and CETA Work Permits
NAFTA and CETA Work Permits
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These agreements between Canada, the United States, Mexico (NAFTA), and the European Union (CETA) make it easier for certain professionals to obtain work permits. Let’s break down the criteria you need to meet for these permits and provide other essential details that will help make your transition smooth.
To be eligible for a NAFTA or CETA work permit, you must meet specific criteria. Here are the essential things you need to know:
Nationality: You must be a citizen of one of the countries included in these agreements: Mexico, United States, Canada (NAFTA), or European Union member states (CETA).
Occupation: Your job position must fall under certain professional categories outlined in the agreements.
Education and experience: Typically, you’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience in your field.
Job offer: You’ll need an employment offer from a Canadian employer that meets specific conditions set out by NAFTA or CETA.
To be eligible for a NAFTA or CETA work permit, you must meet specific criteria. Here are the essential things you need to know:
Nationality: You must be a citizen of one of the countries included in these agreements: Mexico, United States, Canada (NAFTA), or European Union member states (CETA).
Occupation: Your job position must fall under certain professional categories outlined in the agreements.
Education and experience: Typically, you’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience in your field.
Job offer: You’ll need an employment offer from a Canadian employer that meets specific conditions set out by NAFTA or CETA.
Canada, the United States, and Mexico came together in 1994 to form the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Because of NAFTA, Americans, and Mexicans now have unprecedented access to employment in Canada. A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or a work permit may not be necessary for foreign citizens covered by NAFTA rules to work in Canada. Remember that eligibility requirements can change over time due to ongoing negotiations between participating countries so it is important to keep up-to-date with any changes made before starting your application process!
