Your goal
You are seeking temporary residence by transferring to a qualifying parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate in an eligible executive, senior managerial or specialised-knowledge role.
International immigration
Canada Intra-Company Transfer
Explore Canada Intra-Company Transfer and plan your next move with clarity. We will help you understand the route, organise the information you need and prepare for what comes next.
At a glance
Key details for your planning
- Outcome
- Temporary residence
- Who qualifies
- For applicants planning to qualify by transferring to a qualifying parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate in…
- Family
- A spouse, partner or child may need a separate visitor, study or work application and must qualify under the…
- Application path
- 5 main stages
Could this route suit you?
See whether this route fits your plans
For applicants planning to qualify by transferring to a qualifying parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate in an eligible executive, senior managerial or specialised-knowledge role…
Your qualifying basis
The recognised options are transferring to a qualifying parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate in an eligible executive, senior managerial or specialised-knowledge role.
Your ongoing plan
Work only within the authorised employer and role conditions
What this route can offer
The status you are working towards
The principal applicant receives temporary, employer-specific work authorisation for the approved Canadian role; it is not permanent residence.
A work permit is not a travel document and does not determine Canadian tax residence; entry and tax treatment require separate analysis.
Planning for your family
Include your family in the plan
A spouse, partner or child may need a separate visitor, study or work application and must qualify under the rules in force when they apply.
What you will need
Prepare with confidence
Who can qualify
- A qualifying multinational business may transfer eligible personnel to a related Canadian entity under an employer-specific, LMIA-exempt work-permit category.
Qualifying basis
- Transfer to a qualifying parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate in an eligible executive, senior managerial or specialised-knowledge role
Documents and checks
- Apply for the work permit with corporate and personal evidence
Your next steps
A clear plan from the start
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Confirm the corporate relationship
Confirm the corporate relationship and Canadian operating plan
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Assess the worker's overseas employment history
Assess the worker's overseas employment history and proposed role
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The employer submits the required offer information
The employer submits the required offer information
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Apply for the work permit with corporate
Apply for the work permit with corporate and personal evidence
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Maintain the qualifying employment
Maintain the qualifying employment and seek any extension before expiry
Keeping your position on track
What to plan for after approval
Work only within the authorised employer
Work only within the authorised employer and role conditions
Keep the related entities actively doing business as
Keep the related entities actively doing business as required
Report material changes
Report material changes and renew status before it expires
How Prism 7 can help
Clear advice. Practical preparation.
Prism 7 gives you a clearer route forward — from understanding the options that suit your plans to organising documents and coordinating the next steps. We keep you informed about what is needed, what is happening and what to prepare next.
Understand your options
We start with your plans, priorities and the route options that could be relevant.
Prepare with confidence
We help you organise the documents and information needed for the route you choose.
Keep moving forward
We keep the next steps clear, so you know what to prepare and when to act.
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View programmeYour questions answered
Frequently asked questions
The principal applicant receives temporary, employer-specific work authorisation for the approved Canadian role; it is not permanent residence.
A spouse, partner or child may need a separate visitor, study or work application and must qualify under the rules in force when they apply.
Processing varies by location, permit type and whether further checks are required.
Work only within the authorised employer and role conditions. Keep the related entities actively doing business as required. Report material changes and renew status before it expires.
A work permit is not a travel document and does not determine Canadian tax residence; entry and tax treatment require separate analysis.
Let us talk about your plans
Start with what you want to achieve
Tell us what you want to achieve, who is involved and when you hope to make the move. We will help you understand the options and the next practical step.