Work visa costs
Canada work permit fees in total
Canada charges CAN$155 for a work permit application Source 1. If individual biometrics are required, the core total for an employer-specific permit is CAN$240 after adding the CAN$85 biometrics fee Source 2. An open work permit adds a CAN$100 holder charge, producing CAN$255 before biometrics or CAN$340 with individual biometrics Source 1,Source 2.
Employer-specific work permit
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada lists CAN$155 for a work permit, including an extension. An applicant required to pay the CAN$85 individual biometrics fee pays CAN$240 across the two government charges Source 1,Source 2.
Open work permit
An open work permit applicant pays the CAN$155 permit charge plus the CAN$100 open work permit holder fee. The official total is CAN$255 before biometrics or CAN$340 when the CAN$85 individual biometrics payment applies Source 1,Source 2Source 3.
Other fee situations
A qualifying group of three or more performing artists has a CAN$465 maximum work permit charge. Restoring worker status and obtaining a new permit costs CAN$401.25 under the fee list current on 19 October 2026 Source 1.
Common questions
How much is a Canada work permit?
CAN$155 Source 1.
What is the total with biometrics?
CAN$240 for an employer-specific permit when individual biometrics are required Source 1,Source 2.
How much is an open work permit?
CAN$255 before biometrics or CAN$340 with individual biometrics Source 1,Source 2Source 3.
Is proof of funds part of the fee?
No. Financial eligibility is separate from government application charges.
Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.