Extend or change the conditions on your work permit

Fees

From $155

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If you have a work permit that’s about to expire or that you need to change, you must apply to extend it or change the conditions on it.

You should apply to extend your work permit at least 30 days before your current permit expires.

Who can extend: Check if you’re eligible to extend your work permit
How to extend: Maintained status and how to complete and submit your application
After you extend: What to do if we approve your application
What to do if your work permit expired: Find out if you can keep working based on your situation
Changing jobs or employers: How to change jobs or employers and how to request authorization to work while we process your application
If you want to travel outside Canada: What you need if you plan to leave Canada and return as a foreign worker