Robert Andrew Champoux, Barrister and Solicitor

Main Office
12th Floor, 805 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC, Canada  V5Z 1K1

Downtown Office
15th Floor, 701 W. Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC, Canada V7Y 1C6

Tel: (604) 687-3848
Fax: (604) 687-3846
Email: rachampoux@racl.ca

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Spousal Work Permit

This page is about spousal work permits. Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for a work permit if you are a full-time student at a public post-secondary institution, such as a college or university,

or

a private post-secondary institution that receives at least 50 percent of its financing for its overall operations from government grants (currently, only private college-level educational institutions in Quebec satisfy the requirement under this category)

or

a Canadian private post-secondary institution authorized by provincial statutes to confer degrees.

In addition, you must have a valid study permit or work permit.

The work permit for your spouse or common-law partner is valid for the same period as your study permit or work permit.

Also be aware that spouses or common-law partners of international students holding valid study permits, work permits or post-graduate work permits are eligible for an open work permit, which means they can work for whomever they chose.

If you would like more information on studying in Canada and for post-graduate opportunities in Canada or if you would like to set up a meeting with Mr. Champoux, CALL 604-687-3848 or e-mail rachampoux@racl.ca.

 

WARNING: The information provided in this website is in the nature of general information and can not be applied successfully to every individual circumstance. Canada’s immigration laws can be complex and confusing. The author advises that anyone reading this website and wishing to apply for any form of immigration status in Canada, retain the services of a qualified immigration lawyer.

 

 

 


Important Links:


Study Permit or Visa


Canada Study Permit


Required Documents


Studying Without Permit


Eligibility for Study Permit


Applying for Study Permit


Advantages of Studying in Canada


Student Work Permits


Off Campus Work Permits


Extending Your Study Permit


Children Studying in Canada


Work Permit for Spouse


Student Medical Exams


Restoring Your Status


Permanent Residence for Students