Client Success: Securing an LMIA-Based Work Permit from India

At Cambria Law Firm, we believe the best way to demonstrate our immigration expertise is through the results we deliver. On February 19, 2026, we received another significant approval: a successful Letter of Introduction for an LMIA-based Closed Work Permit for a client applying from India.

Securing a work permit from overseas—particularly from a high-volume processing region like India—requires more than just filling out forms. It requires anticipating the reviewing officer’s concerns and providing a legally bulletproof application.

Here is how we navigated this complex process to bring a skilled worker to Canada.

The Challenge: High Scrutiny for Overseas Applicants

When a Canadian employer secures a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to hire a foreign worker, the battle is only half won. The prospective employee must then apply for a work permit.

For applicants from India, IRCC officers apply rigorous scrutiny to two main areas:

1. Genuineness of the Match: Does the applicant’s past work experience and education perfectly align with the duties outlined in the LMIA and the specific National Occupational Classification (NOC) code?

2. Intent and Ties: Will the applicant leave Canada at the end of their authorized stay, despite having a temporary job offer?

A simple discrepancy between a reference letter and the LMIA requirements is the most common reason for refusal.

The Cambria Law Strategy: A Unified Front

To ensure this approval, our legal team in Mississauga took a comprehensive approach, acting as the bridge between the Canadian employer and the foreign applicant.

• The Employment Audit: We meticulously reviewed the approved LMIA alongside the client’s resume and reference letters. We ensured that every duty listed by their previous overseas employers translated directly to the expectations of the Canadian role, leaving no room for the officer to doubt the client’s qualifications.

• The “Dual Intent” Defense: We proactively addressed the issue of ties to the home country. While a work permit is temporary, Canadian immigration law allows for “dual intent” (the desire to work temporarily while eventually seeking permanent residence). We structured the submission letter to clearly satisfy the temporary requirements of the visa while legally protecting the client’s long-term goals.

The Result: Approved for Entry

The strategy paid off. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) approved the application, issuing the Port of Entry (POE) Letter of Introduction valid until February 28, 2028.

This document is the golden ticket. It authorizes our client to board their flight to Canada and have their official work permit printed by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) upon arrival.

Secure Your Canadian Work Permit

An approved LMIA is too valuable to risk on a poorly prepared work permit application. Whether you are a Canadian employer looking to bring in specialized talent, or a foreign worker with a job offer, you need strict legal compliance to cross the finish line.

Don’t leave your Canadian future to chance. Contact our immigration legal team today to manage your work permit application with precision.