BlogsBeyond the LMIA: The Easiest Path to a Canadian Job Offer? 5 Under-Utilized Work Visas

Beyond the LMIA: The Easiest Path to a Canadian Job Offer? 5 Under-Utilized Work Visas

BlogOctober 29, 2025by Ragurajan

5 LMIA-Exempt Work Visas to Target

Intra-Company Transferee (ICT) Visas: Work for an international company with a branch in Canada and transfer internally.

CUSMA Professionals (formerly NAFTA): If you are a citizen of the US or Mexico in a CUSMA-eligible profession, you can apply at a port of entry.

Significant Benefit to Canada (C10 Exemption): For workers whose presence creates significant social or economic benefits (e.g., highly specialized entrepreneurs).

Reciprocal Employment (C20 Exemption): For workers involved in international reciprocal programs or exchanges.

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Supported Work Permits: Get a special LMIA-exempt work permit while your PR application is being processed after receiving a PNP nomination.

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