Francophone Mobility can allow an eligible employer outside Quebec to hire a qualifying French-speaking worker without an LMIA. The job, location, language ability, and exemption conditions still matter.
Who this route suits
French-speaking workers with qualifying employment outside Quebec.
Eligibility conditions
The worker must have an intermediate level of French (CLB 5 or higher), a qualifying job offer in a NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation outside Quebec, and meet any other IRCC requirements.
Important to know
Keep the language and employer requirements current.
Frequently asked questions
- Can this be used for any province?
- The exemption is for work outside Quebec. Quebec has its own immigration system for French-speaking workers.
Check before you apply. General information only. Requirements, fees, and occupation lists change. The relevant authority makes the final decision on every application. Confirm current requirements with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Related routes
Working in a regulated profession in Canada?
A visa does not give permission to practise a regulated profession. Registration is a separate process.