Intra-Company Transfer Program
Expand Your Business into Canada with Top Talent
The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Program offers multinational companies a streamlined pathway to transfer key employees—executives, managers, or specialists—to their Canadian branches, subsidiaries, or affiliates. With no LMIA requirement and fast processing times, ICT is one of the most efficient ways to expand your business presence in Canada.
What Is the Intra-Company Transfer Program?
The ICT Program enables international companies to move employees from a foreign office to a Canadian-based entity. This is ideal for:
- Executives making high-level corporate decisions
- Managers overseeing essential teams or business functions
- Specialists with unique skills critical to company operations
The program is LMIA-exempt, simplifying and accelerating the process of obtaining a work permit for Canada.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Intra-Company Transfer Canada pathway, companies and employees must meet the following
Relationship Between Entities
- Parent & Subsidiary
- Affiliate Companies
- Branch Offices
Role of the Employee
The employee must serve in one of the following capacities:
- Executive – Directs the company or a major component
- Managerial – Manages a team or key function
- Specialized Knowledge – Has advanced knowledge critical to business operations
Employment History
- The employee must have been continuously employed by the foreign company for at least 1 year within the last 3 years in a similar role.
Canadian Business Operations
- The Canadian office must be actively operational and demonstrate the capacity to support the transferred employee.
Benefits of the ICT Program
- Fast Processing Times
- No Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) Needed
- Pathway to Permanent Residency through Express Entry or PNP
- Bring Your Family – Spouses and dependent children can accompany the employee
- Business Expansion – A low-barrier route for global business growth in Canada
Why Choose Flair International?
Experienced Immigration Consultants
Over a decade of success stories
End-to-End Support
From assessment to approval
Tailored Solutions
Customized plans for each business case
Trusted by Multinationals
expanding into the Canadian market
Let’s Expand Your Business to Canada
Seize the opportunity to bring your best talent to Canada and strengthen your global footprint. Flair International is here to guide you every step of the way—with clarity, confidence, and compliance.
