Global Service Pillar · Work Permits

Global Work Permits & Employment Pathways Strategy & Lodgement

Employer-sponsored work visas, intracompany transfers, talent mobility, and international job search positioning across tier-one economies.

48 hrs
Profile Evaluation
100+
In-Demand Occupations
12 Countries
Work Permit Corridors
Service Overview

Scope of representation & strategic advisory

Securing foreign employment requires navigating Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA in Canada), Labour Market Testing (LMT in Australia), and Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS in the UK).

We assist both skilled candidates and sponsoring corporate entities in securing compliant work authorizations.

We structure applicant CVs into destination-compliant formats (European Europass, Australian 3-page competency format, Canadian resume standard).

Key Service Facts at a Glance (AEO Summary)

What It Is

A work permit is an official legal authorization granted by an immigration authority permitting a non-citizen to take up lawful employment with an employer in that country.

Target Audience

Skilled professionals with job offers, specialized intra-corporate transferees, certified tradespeople, and job seekers utilizing Opportunity Card programs.

Expected Timeline

Processing ranges from 2 weeks for fast-track talent streams to 8–12 weeks for standard LMIA employer-sponsored streams.

Why Go Abroad Migration

Direct advisory on labor market tests, sponsorship audits, and strategic structuring to ensure visas transition smoothly toward PR.

Eligible Destinations

Where you can apply for this service

Select a destination country to access its canonical immigration pathways and statutory criteria.

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Canada

LMIA-based Work Permits, Intra-Company Transfers (ICT), and Francophone Mobility.

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Australia

Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (TSS), Subclass 186 Employer Nomination, and Subclass 494 Regional.

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United Kingdom

Skilled Worker Visa (formerly Tier 2) with licensed sponsor employers.

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Germany

Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) for point-based job search & EU Blue Card.

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New Zealand

Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and Green List fast-tracks.

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Our Proven Protocol

Step-by-step representation workflow

  1. Occupation & Salary BenchmarkVerification of job offer and SOC/NOC code against statutory prevailing wage minimums.
  2. Employer Sponsorship ComplianceGuidance on labor market testing exemptions, sponsorship licenses, and advertising requirements.
  3. Work Permit Dossier LodgementSubmission of biometric verification, medical clearances, and employment contracts.
  4. Entry Visa & Work AuthorizationProcessing of entry stamps, Biometric Residence Permits (BRP), and Social Insurance Numbers.
Questions Answered

Frequently asked questions about Work Permits

Can I move to Canada or Germany to look for a job without an offer?

Yes. Germany's Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) allows points-qualified professionals to enter Germany for up to one year to search for employment. Canada also offers Open Work Permits under specific international agreements and post-graduate streams.

What is an LMIA in Canada?

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) confirming that an employer genuinely needs to hire a foreign worker because no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available.

Ready to start your Work Permits journey?

Book a comprehensive consultation or request an immediate eligibility assessment with Go Abroad Migration's senior legal strategists.