An LMIA exemption removes one employer requirement; it does not remove the need to meet the work permit category’s conditions. Possible routes include qualifying international agreements, certain company transfers and Francophone Mobility for eligible work outside Quebec. The correct route depends on the job, citizenship, employment relationship and supporting evidence. Assess the actual facts before choosing a category or assuming that an employer can use it.
What to plan
- Identify a relevant exemption and its conditions.
- Check the employer’s portal and compliance obligations.
- Review French-language evidence for Francophone Mobility.
- Compare the role, qualifications and intended work location.
The process, step by step.
This is the typical sequence to discuss when agreeing your service. The exact requirements depend on your circumstances and current instructions.
Identify the exact exemption
Match the role, employment relationship, citizenship and location to the relevant exemption instead of relying on a job title.
Gather category-specific evidence
Prepare French-language, corporate transfer, treaty or professional documents as applicable, using the requirements for the actual exemption category.
Coordinate the employer’s submission
Check whether the employer must submit an offer and pay a compliance fee before the worker applies for authorization.
Apply and review the resulting conditions
Submit the worker’s application with the required evidence, then check the permit’s employer and location restrictions before starting work.
What to prepare
These are starting points for a discussion. The official checklist and your circumstances determine the documents required for an application.
- Passport and citizenship evidence
- Detailed job offer and employer information
- Employer offer number where required
- Language, corporate relationship or professional evidence for the category
Your questions, answered.
No. Francophone Mobility has job, location, language and application conditions. French ability is only one part of the assessment.
Often the employer still needs to submit an offer and meet compliance requirements. Check the exact exemption.
Check the official guidance
Research checked 13 October 2026. Program rules, intake, fees, and processing times can change. Use the current official instructions before making a decision.