Can I Enter Canada Using a W1 Work Visa Today?

A W1 visa is not an official Canadian visa category issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). However, W1 is a code sometimes used by Canadian immigration officers at the border or on work permits to indicate a temporary worker entering Canada with an employer-specific work permit.

So, can you enter Canada with a W1 visa?

Yes, if:

• You have a valid work permit issued by IRCC.

• You also have a valid Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or eTA (depending on your nationality).

• You meet all border entry requirements (documents, purpose of travel, etc.).

No, if:

• You only have a job offer or LMIA, but no approved work permit.

• You don’t have a valid TRV/eTA when required.

• Your work permit is expired, invalid, or hasn’t been approved yet.

Summary:

If your W1 visa refers to an approved work permit with a valid TRV or eTA, then yes, you can enter Canada for work. If you're unsure, check your IRCC approval documents or contact Canadian immigration directly.