03/20/2022
Canada launches new temporary residence pathway to welcome Ukrainians
Canadian Government today announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). The CUAET is a special pathway for Ukrainians seeking safety in Canada while the war in their home country continues.
With the CUAET, Ukrainians and their immediate family members of any nationality may stay in Canada as temporary residents for up to 3 years. Applicants are encouraged to apply for a 3-year open work permit at the same time as their visa application. This permit will allow them to work in Canada. Under this special program, many of the regular requirements associated with a normal visitor visa or work permit have been waived, same as application and processing fees.
Applicants who do not have a valid passport may still apply, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will issue a single journey travel document on a case-by-case basis, where appropriate.
Ukrainian workers, students and visitors and their family members who are already in Canada also benefit from these measures.
They may either apply to extend their visitor status or work permit for 3 years, apply for a new work or study permit, or extend their existing permit.
IRCC will continue to monitor volumes of travellers and their needs closely and will take action as required.
Ukrainians and their family members are exempt from Canada’s COVID-19 vaccination entry requirements.
Please contact Fargo Immigration for further consultation.
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