Francophone Mobility
Francophone Mobility allows eligible French-speaking workers to obtain a Canadian work permit without an LMIA when destined to a province or territory outside Quebec.
Francophone Mobility is an LMIA-exempt work permit category for French-speaking foreign nationals with a job offer outside Quebec. Applicants generally must demonstrate French-language ability at the required level. It is frequently used as an entry point to Canadian work experience and later permanent residence.
Key facts
| Category | LMIA-exempt, International Mobility Program |
|---|---|
| Destination | Provinces and territories outside Quebec |
| Language | French ability at the required level — verify current standard |
| Employer step | Offer of employment submission |
Who may qualify?
- French-speaking workers with a job offer outside Quebec
- Applicants able to evidence French proficiency through an approved test
- Workers in occupations covered by the category
Eligibility requirements
- A qualifying job offer from an employer outside Quebec
- Proof of French-language ability
- General work permit admissibility requirements
How it works: step by step
- 1
Confirm French ability
Take an approved French test and confirm the required level.
- 2
Secure a job offer
Obtain an offer from an employer outside Quebec.
- 3
Employer submission
The employer submits the offer of employment through the employer portal.
- 4
Apply for the permit
Submit your application with language and job offer evidence.
Expert insight
French ability can do double duty: it can support a Francophone Mobility work permit now and add meaningful CRS points and category-draw eligibility later.
Alternative pathways
Frequently asked questions
Immigration programs, fees and processing times change frequently. This page is general information, not immigration advice. Verify current requirements with official Government of Canada sources or speak with our RCIC.