CUSMA Work Permit
Canada
Last updated: December 20, 2025
3 years (renewable)
$155
3 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
The CUSMA work permit lets US and Mexican citizens work in Canada quickly. You do not need the long approval process that other workers do. Your spouse can also work for any employer in Canada. This visa is only for people from the US or Mexico with professional jobs. This permit does not require an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment). You just need a job offer and the right qualifications. You can renew it unlimited times while you have a job.
Key Benefits
- Work for your employer without LMIA delays
- Your spouse can work for any Canadian employer
- Renew unlimited times while employed
- Travel freely in and out of Canada
- Access to provincial health insurance after waiting period
- Canadian work experience helps for permanent residence application
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a US or Mexican citizen
- Must have a job offer for an approved profession
- Must have the education your job requires
- No criminal record
- No age limit
- No language test required
- Job must be on CUSMA professionals list (60+ occupations)
Financial Requirement
No minimum savings required. Your job offer proves you can support yourself.
Documents
- Valid US or Mexican passportProof of citizenship
- Signed job offerFrom Canadian employer
- Degree or professional credentialsEducation proof for your profession
- Work experience lettersFrom previous employers
- Employer business registrationProof employer is legitimate
- Compliance fee receiptProof employer paid $230 fee
- Medical examOnly required if staying over 6 months
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.