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Mortgage with work permit

Français : Hypothèque avec permis de travail

Temporary foreign workers can obtain a mortgage in Canada, but conditions vary by permit type (closed vs. open) and remaining permit duration.

Definition

Canadian work permit holders can access mortgage financing, but conditions depend on permit type:

**Closed work permit (tied to employer)**: - Risk of losing status if employer changes → high risk for lender - Most A-lenders require the permit to be valid for at least 1 year after the planned closing date - Down payment of 10-35% depending on lender

**Open work permit (IEC, Post-Graduate, Spousal)**: - More employment flexibility → lower risk - Some A-lenders treat as permanent resident if permit valid > 12 months - Down payment of 5-10% possible

**Permit under renewal**: - The 'bridging open work permit' is accepted by some lenders as proof of continuity

The lender will examine the likelihood of permit renewal and/or ongoing permanent residence application.

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This definition is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. For a personal situation, consult an AMF-licensed mortgage broker, notary, accountant, or the relevant financial institution.