
INTRA-COMPANY TRANSFER
The Canada ICT (Intra-Company Transfer) program is a Canadian immigration program that allows international companies to transfer their employees who have specialized knowledge, skills, or experience to their Canadian branches or subsidiaries. The program is designed to facilitate the transfer of skilled employees between multinational corporations, promote international competitiveness and boost the Canadian economy.
To be eligible for an ICT work permit, the foreign worker must have been employed by the foreign company for at least one year and must be transferred to a related company in Canada. The related company in Canada must have a qualifying relationship with the foreign company, such as a parent, subsidiary, or affiliate relationship.
The ICT program is designed to help Canadian companies with international operations to bring in key personnel from their global operations, thereby facilitating the transfer of knowledge, skills, and experience across borders. The program can help Canadian companies to remain competitive in a global marketplace and to access specialized talent from around the world.
The first step is to determine whether you are eligible for an ICT work permit. Generally, you must have been employed by a foreign company for at least one year in a similar position and be transferred to a related position with a Canadian company.
You will need to gather the necessary documents to support your application, such as your passport, proof of qualifications, and proof of relationship with the company.
You can apply for your work permit online or by paper. You will need to pay a processing fee and provide biometric information if required.
The processing time for an ICT work permit can vary depending on the workload of the immigration office and the complexity of your application. Once your work permit is approved, you can travel to Canada to start your job.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for an ICT (Intra-Company Transfer) work permit in Canada, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Employment: The foreign worker must be currently employed for at least one year by a foreign company that has a qualifying relationship with a related company in Canada.
- Qualifying Relationship: The related company in Canada must have a qualifying relationship with the foreign company. This may include a parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate relationship.
- Job Requirements: The foreign worker must be transferred to Canada to perform work in a position that requires specialized knowledge, and managerial or executive experience.
- Duration: The transfer to Canada must be temporary, with a maximum duration of up to five years for managers and executives, and up to three years for specialized knowledge workers.
- Work Permit: The worker must apply for an ICT work permit from IRCC. The employer must obtain an LMIA or an LMIA exemption, along with the supporting documentation
DOCUMENT REQUIREMENT
- Offer of employment letter
- Valid passport
- Proof of qualifications
- Proof of relationship with the company
- Proof of payment of fees
- Biometrics
- Police certificates
- Medical exams
It is important to note that the exact documents required for an ICT work permit application may vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case.