changing study visa to work permit?

[khanuhelp]

I believe i read that in order to change a study permit to a work permit you must switch to a visitor visa first, .but you cannot apply for a new study permit or work permit within Canada. You have to apply outside Canada.

Is this true or I misread?

 

[PMM]

Hi

I believe i read that in order to change a study permit to a work permit you must switch to a visitor visa first, .but you cannot apply for a new study permit or work permit within Canada. You have to apply outside Canada.

Is this true or I misread?

1. No it is not true. If you have a valid SA and you get an approved LMIA, then you can apply for a Work Permit in Canada. You don't have to switch to visitor.

 

[bongoman]

It's plain wrong. How do you qualify for a work permit?