LMIA-Based Work Permit Applications

LMIA-Based Work Permit Applications

Start Your Canadian Job Journey with Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga

Are you a skilled foreign worker looking to work in Mississauga, Canada? Or an employer in Mississauga seeking to hire international talent? The Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)-based work permit is one of the most reliable and recognized ways to gain legal employment in Canada.

At Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga, we provide trusted, professional assistance for both employers and foreign nationals to navigate the LMIA process smoothly. Our team stays up-to-date with 2025 IRCC and ESDC regulations, ensuring your application is compliant, complete, and positioned for success.

🧾 What Is an LMIA?

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that a Canadian employer — including those based in Mississauga — must obtain before hiring a foreign worker. It is issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and confirms that hiring a foreign national will not negatively affect the Canadian labor market.

Once a positive LMIA is issued, the foreign worker can apply for a work permit supported by the LMIA.

✅ 2025 LMIA Updates You Should Know

Here are some of the most important LMIA updates in 2025 affecting employers and workers in Mississauga and across Canada:

🔹 Employer Portal Integration
All LMIA submissions must now be completed through the online Employer Portal. Paper applications are no longer accepted.

🔹 Extended Validity
LMIA approvals are now valid for up to 12 months (previously 6 months), providing more flexibility for work permit applications.

🔹 NOC TEER Classification
Jobs are assessed using the NOC 2021 TEER system (Training, Education, Experience, Responsibilities). Approvals favor TEER 0–3 occupations.

🔹 Enhanced Employer Compliance
Employers in Mississauga must now prove they made genuine recruitment efforts and meet strict compliance standards before hiring a foreign worker.

➡️ At Cosmic Immigration Services Mississauga, we handle every detail, from employer documentation to LMIA submission and compliance checks.

👤 Who Needs an LMIA-Based Work Permit?

You may need an LMIA-based work permit if:

• You are a foreign worker with a job offer from a Mississauga-based employer

• The job offer is not part of an LMIA-exempt program (e.g., international agreements)

• Your occupation falls under TEER 0 to 4 categories

• You’re applying from outside Canada or changing status inside Canada

We assist in both high-wage and low-wage LMIA applications, as well as:

• Global Talent Stream (GTS)

• Caregiver Program

• Agricultural Stream

• Owner-Operator LMIA (as per updated policy)

📋 LMIA-Based Work Permit Requirements

For Mississauga Employers:

• Active business number and incorporation in Canada

• Proof of active job advertisement and recruitment efforts

• Detailed offer letter matching wage and occupation standards

• Payment of $1,000 compliance fee per job position

• Supporting business documents (license, financials, etc.)

For Foreign Workers:

• Valid passport

• Positive LMIA and job offer

• Resume/CV

• Experience and education credentials

• Language proficiency test (if required)

• Police clearance and medical report (if applicable)

⏱️ Processing Time

• LMIA Approval: 2 to 10 weeks

• Work Permit Processing: 4 to 12 weeks (depends on country of origin or current location)

📌 Global Talent Stream applications can be processed in 10 business days.

✨ Benefits of LMIA-Based Work Permits in Mississauga

✅ Work legally in Mississauga or anywhere in Canada for 1–3 years
✅ Gain Canadian experience to support PR applications
✅ Your spouse becomes eligible for an Open Work Permit
✅ Your children can study in Canada on study permits
✅ Easier transition to Express Entry or PNP pathways

🌐 Why Choose Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga?

With increasing regulations in 2025, LMIA applications need expert handling — and that’s what Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga delivers.

We offer:

✅ Employer eligibility check & portal setup
✅ Full LMIA documentation, recruitment proof & submission
✅ Work permit application and visa support
✅ PR strategy planning after employment
✅ Ongoing compliance guidance for employers and employees

Whether you’re a Mississauga employer hiring globally or a foreign worker targeting jobs in Mississauga, we’re your reliable partner in the LMIA journey.

📞 Contact Cosmic Immigration Services – Mississauga Office

🚀 Ready to start your work permit journey in Canada? Let’s get it done — the right way.

✅ Office: 7015 Tranmere Drive, Unit #19, Mississauga, ON L5S 1T7, Canada

📱 Call: +1-(905)-800-2700

🌐 Website: www.cosmicimmigration.com

📧 Email: info@cosmicimmigration.com

📅 Book a consultation now — and let Cosmic Immigration Services open the doors to your future in Canada.