Frequently asked questions:
Working temporarily in Canada

Work permits

Can a potential employer in Canada or an applicant outside Canada appeal the decision on a work permit application?

Under Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, there is no formal right of appeal on temporary resident visa decisions. Instead, applicants can reapply and, whenever possible, a different visa officer will examine the application.

Applicants can also ask for a judicial review through the Federal Court of Canada, if they think the process was not legally or procedurally fair. A lawyer in Canada would act on their behalf.