Compress PDF for Canada Work Permit Application

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Canada work permit applications require uploading an LMIA, employer job offer letter, proof of qualifications, and identity documents — each under 4MB on the IRCC portal. Compress yours here without losing any important details.

Official Requirements

Max per file
4 MB
Format
PDF
Key docs
LMIA, Job offer letter, Credentials

Pro Tip: LMIA documents often include multiple attachments from Service Canada and can reach 15–20MB. Compress each section separately using Balanced mode, then merge only if IRCC allows combined uploads for your specific permit type.

How It Works

1

Upload your document

Select your LMIA, job offer letter, credentials, or identity document.

2

Choose Balanced compression

Stamps, signatures, and Service Canada markings remain fully legible.

3

Compress

File is reduced to well under the 4MB IRCC limit.

4

Download & upload to IRCC portal

Attach in your IRCC online work permit application or via MyCIC account.

Who Uses This

LMIA-Based Work Permits

Service Canada-issued LMIA documents and employer job offer letters for work permits often need compression.

LMIA-Exempt (CUSMA/USMCA)

Professional work permit applicants under CUSMA compress credential evaluations and employer offers.

Open Work Permit (PGWP)

Post-Graduation Work Permit applicants compress graduation letters, transcripts, and study permit copies.

Intra-Company Transfers

Multi-national companies transferring employees to Canada compress corporate support letters and organizational charts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents do I need for a Canada work permit application?+
Typically: a valid job offer or LMIA, proof of qualifications (degrees, certifications), identity documents, passport, and sometimes proof of language ability.
What is the IRCC document size limit for work permits?+
IRCC's portal caps each uploaded document at 4MB. The same limit applies across all Canadian immigration applications.
Can I compress an LMIA document without affecting its validity?+
Yes. Compression adjusts file size without altering content, stamps, or signatures. IRCC officers verify legibility, not compression method.
Should I merge my work permit documents into one PDF?+
Only if the IRCC form explicitly instructs you to combine documents. Otherwise, upload each document separately.
How long does a Canadian work permit application take?+
Processing times vary: PGWP is typically 2–4 months, LMIA-based can be 8–12 weeks, and CUSMA may take 2–4 weeks at the port of entry.

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