Canada•North AmericaDigital Nomad - Visitor Status
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Remote workers for foreign employers can live in Canada without work permit as visitors for up to 6 months. No work authorization needed for foreign employment. Can extend stay or apply for work permit.
Canada's digital nomad policy allows remote workers for foreign employers to live and work in Canada without requiring a work permit, provided they work solely for non-Canadian employers. This is part of Canada's Tech Talent Strategy announced in 2023.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Proof of identity
Proof of remote income
Employment contract with foreign employer
OptionalReturn ticket/funds
Proof of planned departure
OptionalTrack your documents or upload them for AI-powered review
Advantages
- No work permit required for foreign employment
- Simple entry process
- Up to 6 months stay possible
- Can extend or transition to work permit
- Encourages international talent in Canada
- No cost for remote work authorization
Considerations
- Limited to foreign employer work
- Cannot work for Canadian employer
- 6-month stay limit per entry
- No direct PR pathway
- Visitor status restrictions apply
- Must leave after 6 months unless extending
Application Process
Verify eligibility
Confirm you work remotely for non-Canadian employer
Check entry requirements
Determine if you need visitor visa or eTA
Apply for visa/eTA
If required, apply for visitor visa or eTA
Arrive in Canada
Enter Canada as visitor on work permit exemption
Reside in Canada
Work remotely for foreign employer while in visitor status
Application Forms
Visitor Visa or eTA (if required)
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