Having a CSQ alone doesn't grant permission to work in Quebec. Yet, individuals holding a CSQ may qualify to extend their existing work permit in Quebec. To proceed, the applicant must currently hold a valid work permit in Quebec, possess a CSQ, and secure an official job offer from a Quebec-based employer. Meeting these requirements enables them to apply to MIDI for a work permit extension.

What is CSQ?

CSQ stands for “Certificat de sélection du Québec” in French, which translates to “Quebec Selection Certificate” in English. It’s a document issued by the Quebec government to foreign nationals who have been selected for immigration to Quebec. The CSQ is one of the requirements for obtaining permanent residency in Quebec, as it signifies that the applicant has met the province’s immigration criteria.