Work in Canada from Côte d'Ivoire: LMIA and LMIA-Exempt Work Permits

This guide explains work-permit options for Ivorian professionals.

LMIA-based permit: A Canadian employer obtains an LMIA and you apply for the work permit.

LMIA-exempt permit: Includes Francophone Mobility for French-speaking workers, intra-company transfers, and international agreements.

Path to PR: After 12 months of skilled Canadian work, you can enter the CEC pool. A Provincial Nomination or French-language category draw can improve your chances.

Key documents: Court-issued extrait de casier judiciaire, language test, ECA, employer contract or LMIA, proof of funds, and biometrics.

Official resources: Work permits (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada.html), LMIA (https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers.html).