TRP → Work → PR
Temporary Resident Permit (TRP): Turn a Justified Entry into a Work & PR Strategy
Thanks for reaching out about immigrating to Canada using a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). A TRP is a discretionary entry document for people who are otherwise inadmissible but have a compelling, well-documented reason to enter or remain in Canada for a limited time. With the right plan, a TRP can be the first step toward a work permit and, in limited cases, permanent residence.
Who Typically Qualifies (Eligibility)
- You’re inadmissible (e.g., certain criminal history, medical grounds, past non-compliance/misrepresentation, or other grounds) but your need to enter/stay is justified and outweighs risk to Canadian society.
- You have a clear, time-limited purpose in Canada (business, family exigency, medical, humanitarian, etc.) supported by credible evidence.
- You understand conditions: a TRP can be issued from days up to multiple years, can be cancelled anytime, and is often single-entry unless otherwise authorized.
Can a TRP Lead to Work and PR?
Work
If your TRP is issued for 6 months or longer, you may be eligible to apply for a work permit from inside Canada. You’ll still need the appropriate basis (e.g., employer offer/LMIA or LMIA-exempt category, or other eligibility for an open work permit).
Permanent Residence
Some TRP holders may later qualify for PR under the Permit Holder Class after maintaining valid TRP status and residence in Canada for a prescribed period (generally 3 years if the original inadmissibility was health-related, otherwise 5 years), subject to all program requirements.
Our Step-by-Step Full-Service Process
- RCIC Case Assessment & Strategy: We confirm the inadmissibility ground(s), your purpose of travel, and the best TRP vs. alternative pathway (e.g., Criminal Rehabilitation) and timing (overseas vs. port-of-entry where appropriate).
- Evidence Building: We prepare a compelling need-to-enter brief with supporting exhibits (court records, medicals, itineraries, employer letters, family documentation), addressing risk mitigation and conditions compliance.
- Application Assembly & Filing: Correct forms, fees, biometrics scheduling, and address visa-office specifics. Where justified and viable, we plan a border strategy for same-day officer consideration.
- Follow-through: We manage requests, prepare you for interview, and respond to any procedural fairness letters.
- Post-Approval: If your TRP is ≥6 months, we prepare your work-permit application and employer documentation. We then map your long-term PR plan (Permit Holder Class or another stream) and renewal schedule.
Fees & Typical Costs
| Item | Amount (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TRP Government Fee | $239.75 | Payable on submission; certain limited criminality cases may qualify for a fee waiver. |
| Biometrics (per person) | $85.00 | Max $170 per family applying together (if eligible). |
| Work Permit Fee | $155.00 | Added $100 Open Work Permit Holder fee, if applying for an open work permit. |
| Medical exam / Police certificates / Translations | Varies | Third-party costs, if required. |
| Our RCIC Professional Fee | Flat-fee quote after assessment | Transparent stages; payment plans available. |
Processing Times (What to Expect)
TRP processing is discretionary and varies by office. Some cases are assessed overseas; in certain justified situations a border officer may assess a TRP at the port of entry. Building a complete, well-evidenced file helps reduce delays.
Quick FAQ
How is a TRP different from a visitor visa (TRV)?
A TRV is for admissible travelers. A TRP is only for those otherwise inadmissible but justified to enter temporarily.
How long can a TRP last?
It can match the justified length of stay and, depending on circumstances, may be issued up to multiple years and even multiple-entry. It can be cancelled at any time and usually becomes invalid when you leave Canada unless re-entry is authorized.
Will a TRP let me work automatically?
No. You may apply for a work permit after you receive a TRP valid for 6+ months and you meet the work-permit criteria.
Can a TRP lead to PR?
Potentially. Some TRP holders can apply for PR under the Permit Holder Class after sustained compliance (generally 3 or 5 years, depending on the inadmissibility), if all requirements are met.
What about a past DUI?
Circumstances matter. Some non-serious criminality cases may be eligible for a TRP fee waiver; others may require Criminal Rehabilitation instead. We’ll advise based on your history and timelines.
Why Choose Lawseph & Associates Inc. (Licensed RCICs)
- Risk reduction: We pinpoint the exact inadmissibility issue and build a persuasive justification package to minimize refusals and delays.
- Visa-office & border strategy: We tailor submissions for the office assessing your file and prepare you thoroughly for interviews or port-of-entry review.
- End-to-end plan: TRP → Work Permit (if eligible) → PR strategy with renewals, compliance coaching, and timeline tracking in our digital CRM.
- Licensed representation: Led by Senior RCIC Radmila Lim (R414423) with downtown Toronto office presence and a digital-first client experience.
Ready to move forward? Reply to this email with your timeline and a brief summary of your inadmissibility and purpose of travel—or book a call below.
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