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ESDC updated LMIA applications processing times for 2023

  ESDC updated LMIA applications  processing times for 2023 On August 16, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the LMIA application processing times for 2023 under various streams. Service Canada is dedicated to giving all Temporary Foreign Worker Programme (TFWP) applicants excellent client service and recognizes the importance of the program in addressing Canada's labor shortages and serving the needs of Canadian businesses. Depending on how many applications the TFWP receives, processing times for LMIA applications can change. Service Canada is committed to processing all LMIA applications as quickly as possible. What are the updated LMIA application processing times for 2023? Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Permanent residence Stream, Agricultural stream, and In-home caregivers.  Global Talent Stream - 10 business days (-3 days) Agricultural stream - 16 business days (+5 d