The Fastest Path to Canada for US Healthcare Workers

Most American healthcare workers don't know they qualify for expedited work permits and priority immigration pathways.
If you have a valid U.S. license, you may be closer to practicing in Canada than you think.
Our licensed immigration lawyer will show you how.
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Who We Help Move to Canada

If you're an American healthcare worker, you may qualify for faster immigration pathways most people don't know about.

We can help you:

  • Secure a USMCA work permit, often without a lengthy LMIA process
  • Navigate the Express Entry healthcare stream for permanent residence
  • Transfer your professional license to practice in Canada
  • Bring your spouse and family with you as part of the immigration process
  • Understand which pathway fits your credentials and gets you there fastest
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How it Works

1. Consultation

Book a paid consultation with one of our licensed Canadian immigration lawyer. They will review your credentials, licensure and goals, then map out the pathway that gets you to Canada fastest.

2. Onboarding & Pathway Identification

If you decide to work with us, we identify all of your immigration pathway options: work permits, Express Entry, provincial nominee programs, and more. Most American healthcare workers qualify for at least one of these, and many qualify for multiple.

3. Build Your Case & Navigate Licensing

We prepare your application based on the strongest pathway for your situation. This includes document preparation, legal submission letters, and guiding you through the credential recognition process with the relevant regulatory body, such as the Medical Council of Canada for physicians.

4. Submit & Support

We prepare your application, handle the legal submission, and support you through biometrics, medical exams, and entry to Canada. For U.S. board-certified physicians, the license transfer process can often be completed in as little as 4–6 months.

Transparent, Flat-Fee Pricing

Start with a paid consultation with our licensed immigration lawyers, where we review your situation, assess your eligibility, and give you a clear legal strategy.

Our Consultation Process

Initial consult

$300 CAD

Legal consultation with a Canadian Immigration Lawyer

What’s included
30-minute legal consultation
One-on-one with a lawyer
Google Meet
$300 credit for legal services*
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Deep dive

$500 CAD

Legal consultation with Cédric Marin. Limited Availability

What’s included
60-minute legal consultation
One-on-one with a lawyer
Google Meet or in-person
$500 credit for legal services*
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Work Permit (USMCA/LMIA-exempt)

$4,000 CAD

For registered nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, and other USMCA-eligible professionals pursuing temporary residence through a Canadian job offer.

What’s included
All fees are flat rates: no hourly billing, no hidden costs
50% due at signing, 50% due before filing
Government filing fees are separate and paid directly to IRCC

Taxes not included.

Express Entry

Starting at:

$8,000 CAD

For physicians and healthcare workers pursuing permanent residence. This is an all-inclusive flat fee. No hourly billing or hidden costs, so you know exactly what you are paying before you start.

The Details:
Express Entry: $8,000 CAD
Provincial Nominee Programs: $10,000 CAD
Spousal sponsorship: $10,000 CAD
50% due at signing, 50% due before filing

Additional reduced fees are available for family members ($2,000 CAD per person).

Government filing fees are separate and paid directly to IRCC. Taxes not included.

*Our credit for legal services applies only to fixed, flat-fee legal services found here. For example, if you retain us for an Express Entry application, the fee will be credited. This credit does not apply to limited retainers or services billed on an hourly basis, including file reviews or any other hourly legal services.

Your Professional Pathway to Canada, Simplified.

From work permits to Express Entry, the right program depends on your profession and background. Book a consultation with one of our lawyers to cut through the complexity and identify your fastest route to Canada.

Why Choose Marin Immigration Law

Work Directly With Your Lawyer
Your file is handled by a licensed lawyer from start to finish, never handed to an outside consultant or an automated system. Cédric Marin and our associate lawyers handle the document review, legal submissions and communication with IRCC.

Healthcare-Specific Experience
‍Our lawyers have worked with family doctors, specialists, psychiatrists, pharmacists and registered nurses, and file CUSMA (USMCA) work permits regularly. We map the best pathway for your profession, such as the New Express Entry Category for Physicians, for your fastest route to practicing in Canada.

Licensing Guidance Included
We don't just file your immigration paperwork. We guide you through the credential recognition process: the Medical Council of Canada (MCC), provincial regulatory bodies, and the steps to get your license transferred. While we don’t work with the MCC directly, we have extensive experience to streamline your application.

The Marin Immigration Law Difference

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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm a registered nurse. What's my fastest path to Canada?

If you have a Canadian job offer, you likely qualify for a USMCA (CUSMA) work permit, with no LMIA required. You can usually apply at the port of entry and receive a work permit for up to 3 years. Your Canadian work experience then helps you qualify for permanent residence through Express Entry, where healthcare workers can also be invited in category-based draws.

I'm a physician. Is it different for me?

Physicians have their own Express Entry category, and since November 3, 2026 a genuine job offer in a high-wage occupation can add up to 100 points to your score. USMCA work permits apply to physicians only in teaching or research roles. Your consultation will map out which combination of pathways gives you the strongest case.

How long does it take to transfer my medical license?

For U.S. board-certified physicians, licensing can take as little as 4 to 6 months, depending on the province and the regulator. We'll walk you through each step as part of your immigration case.

Can my family come with me?

Yes. On a work permit, your spouse can usually get an open work permit if your job is in a TEER 0 or 1 occupation (or certain TEER 2 and 3 occupations) with at least 16 months left on your permit, and your children can attend school in Canada. For Express Entry, your family is included in the permanent residence application.

What if I don't have a job offer yet?

You may still qualify through Express Entry based on your credentials and experience. We'll assess your points during the consultation and advise on whether securing a job offer first makes strategic sense for your situation.

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