Can I get work visa after Canada visit ends?

Yes, it is possible to apply for a work visa after visiting Canada, but you cannot directly convert a visitor visa into a work visa. Here is how the process generally works:

1. You Must Have a Valid Job Offer

To apply for a work permit from inside or outside Canada, you need a job offer from a Canadian employer. The employer may also need to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), unless the job is LMIA-exempt.

2. Apply for a Work Permit

Once you have a valid job offer, you can apply for a work permit. In some cases, you may be eligible to apply from within Canada. For example, temporary public policies have allowed certain visitors to apply for work permits from inside Canada if they meet specific conditions.

3. Conditions for In-Canada Application

You may be eligible to apply for a work permit from inside Canada if:

• You are in Canada with valid visitor status

• You apply under a public policy that allows visitor-to-worker conversion

• You have a job offer supported by an LMIA or are in an LMIA-exempt category

4. Processing and Approval

If approved, you may be issued a work permit without leaving Canada. If not eligible to apply from within Canada, you will need to submit your work permit application from outside Canada and wait for approval before returning to work.

5. Transition from Visitor to Worker

You must maintain valid status while in Canada. You cannot start working until you receive your work permit.

In summary, you can apply for a work visa after visiting Canada, but you must first secure a valid job offer and meet the eligibility requirements for a work permit. Approval is not guaranteed and depends on the type of job and supporting documents.