Step 1: Step 1
Check eligibility — confirm role and experience meet Canada ICT criteria.
Corporate in Canada
About Canada
About Canada
Canada ranks among the world’s most developed and peaceful nations, offering a strong economy, multicultural society, and progressive immigration system. Known for its high quality of life, world-class education, and healthcare, Canada attracts global businesses seeking stability and growth. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific and Arctic Oceans, the country combines natural beauty with strong trade, innovation, and business opportunities.
Capital:OttawaLanguage:English & FrenchCurrency:CAD
- Population
- 40,000,000
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Language
- English & French
- Currency
- CAD
- Time zone
- UTC−3.5 to UTC−8
- Climate
- Varies by region
Why Canada
Why Canada?
Stable economy with strong trade and innovation opportunities.
High living standards with quality education and healthcare.
Business-friendly immigration through LMIA-exempt ICT transfers.
Process
How it works
Step 2: Step 2
Prepare transfer file — include corporate links, finances, and business plan.
Step 3: Step 3
Submit Employer Portal offer — under the International Mobility Program (IMP).
Step 4: Step 4
Apply online — upload job details, passport, and required company documents.
Step 5: Step 5
Complete biometrics and medicals if requested by IRCC.
Step 6: Step 6
Await decision — receive Letter of Introduction and activate permit on arrival.
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
1+ year full-time employment with the foreign company in the last 3 years.
Role in Canada must be executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge.
Show valid company link — parent, branch, subsidiary, or affiliate.
For new offices, include lease, hiring plan, and business plan.
Frequently asked questions
Question 1
No. The ICT is part of the International Mobility Program (IMP) and is LMIA-exempt for faster processing.
Question 2
Executives, senior managers, or employees with specialized knowledge who meet the one-year employment and company relationship criteria.
Question 3
No. The ICT pathway is LMIA-exempt, allowing quicker and simpler work authorization for transfers.
Question 4
Usually 1 year for new office setups and up to 3 years for established entities, renewable based on continued operations.
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