Canada H-1B visa: Canada has announced a new open work-permit stream to allow 10,000 H-1B visa holders living in the United States to immigrate to work in Canada. This decision of the Canadian government can benefit thousands of Indian technical professionals living in America.
The Canadian government is trying to expand the technology sector in its country, so that it can become a global leader in the technology sector in the future. There have been a large number of layoffs in the US over the past year, including at companies like Twitter, Facebook and Google, and Canada is trying to take advantage.
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The H-1B visa, a nonimmigrant visa, allows American companies to employ foreign workers in specialized occupations that require theoretical or technical skills. In addition, after obtaining an H-1B visa, the families of the visa holder can also stay in the US to obtain a permit to study or work. According to an official statement issued by the Government of Canada, "Thousands of workers in the high-tech sector are employed by companies that have large operations in both Canada and the United States. People working in the US often hold H-1B special business visas.
Canada further said that by July 16, 2023, H-1B special business visa holders in the US and their accompanying family members will be allowed to immigrate to Canada. will be eligible to apply for According to the official statement of the Government of Canada, those who are allowed to come to Canada will currently be given an open work permit for three years. These permits will enable professionals to work across Canada.
Work permits also issued to families
An official statement issued by the Government of Canada stated, H-1B visa holders can work anywhere in Canada and for any employer. Their spouses and dependents can also apply for work or study permits as needed. Eligible to apply for a temporary resident visa.
Canadian Cabinet Minister Fraser said that by the end of this year, the Canadian federal government will develop an immigration stream specifically designed for highly skilled individuals from around the world. Which will allow them to work for tech companies in Canada. whether they have a job or not.
Notably, the H-1B visa program in the US grants temporary work permits to foreign nationals in specific occupations, especially technology and skilled sectors, and a large number of Indians live in the US. who have an H-1B visa and now work for them. The way to work in Canada has also opened up. Especially at a time when a large number of employees were laid off, such people may shift to Canada for livelihood.
