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Good news for H-1B Visa holders, Canadian government has taken an important decision, family members will also benefit

  Canada H-1B Visa: Canada has taken a big step for American H-1B visa holders. An open work permit stream will now be created to allow 10,000 American H-1B visa holders to come and work in Canada. Canadian Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced it on June 27. According to an official release, the Canadian Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship said that work permits will also be provided to family members of H-1B visa holders under this program.

A statement from the Ministry

The ministry said, 'Thousands of employees in high-tech fields are posted in companies that have their operations distributed in both Canada and America. People working in the US often hold the H-1B specialty occupation visa. Until July 16, 2023, H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa holders in the US and accompanying immediate family members will be eligible to apply to come to Canada.'

A work permit will be available for a period of up to three years

Under the new decision issued by the Government of Canada, approved applicants will be given open work permits for a period of up to three years. "US visa holders will be able to work for almost any employer anywhere in Canada," the ministry's release said. "Family members such as spouses and dependents are eligible for temporary resident visas with work or study permits as needed." will be eligible to apply for
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