C20 Work Permit: Prior Overseas Employment Now Required

The rules just changed for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA) in Canada.

Canada updated C20 (LMIA-exempt) work permit rules effective July 29, 2026. Foreign workers must now be employed by an overseas company before applying; new hires cannot apply before joining their employer. This concerns the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA) in Canada.

Why this matters if you're planning to move abroad

Immigration rules shift constantly, and a single change to a route like the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA) can affect your eligibility, timeline, or costs. For Indian professionals weighing a move to Canada, staying on top of these updates is the difference between applying at the right moment and missing a window.

How GoBroad helps

GoBroad tracks Canada visa policy changes like this one in real time and only lists visa-sponsored jobs, so you can act on an update immediately — check your eligibility, see roles from employers who sponsor the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA), and compare take-home salary in INR before you commit.