Retail Recruitment

Eligibility requirements

• Relevant retail qualification or verified trade experience
• Minimum two years' relevant work experience for most sponsored roles
• Clean criminal record and medical clearance where required
• Valid passport with at least 12 months' validity
• Willingness to relocate and complete pre-departure requirements

Required documents

• Updated CV in the destination-market format
• Qualification certificates and transcripts
• Reference or employment letters covering claimed experience
• Language test results (where required by the employer or visa stream)
• Passport bio-data page and police clearance certificate
• Licence, registration or trade certification where applicable

Language requirements

• English roles: IELTS, CELPIP, PTE or OET depending on employer and country
• French roles: TEF Canada or TCF Canada, typically NCLC 5–7
• Some employers accept a structured interview instead of a formal test
• Preparation material is available in our Resources Marketplace

Exam preparation for IELTS, TEF Canada and TCF Canada is available in our Resources Marketplace.

Recruitment process

1. 01Free eligibility assessment and profile review
2. 02CV rewrite to destination-market standards
3. 03Shortlisting to matched employer vacancies
4. 04Employer interview with preparation and coaching
5. 05Offer, contract review and compliance checks
6. 06Visa/work permit filing and pre-departure briefing
7. 07Arrival support and post-placement follow-up

Application steps

1. 01Complete the free DF Booking assessment
2. 02Create a jobseeker account on the recruitment platform
3. 03Upload your CV and supporting documents
4. 04Apply to matched vacancies or let a consultant represent you
5. 05Attend interviews and accept your offer
6. 06Work with us through permit filing and relocation

Candidate benefits

• Entry routes into international employment
• Employer-funded service and systems training
• Clear progression to supervisor and manager
• Relocation and settlement support

Candidate FAQs

Do I pay to be placed?

No. Candidates are never charged a placement fee — employers pay our recruitment fees. Optional preparation resources and third-party government or exam fees are separate.

How long does the process take?

Typically 2–6 months from shortlisting to arrival, depending on the destination country's permit processing times and any licensing requirements.

Can my family join me?

In most sponsored streams yes — spouses often qualify for an open work permit and children for schooling. We confirm this per country and per permit type.

What if I don't meet the requirements yet?

We tell you exactly what is missing and which preparation resources or exam bands to target, then re-assess you when you're ready.

Employer eligibility

• Business located outside Quebec and legally able to hire
• Genuine job offer in TEER category 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4
• Wage and conditions consistent with the local market
• Compliance with provincial employment standards
• Employer compliance fee and offer of employment submitted through the employer portal

Candidate eligibility

• Habitual French speaker able to evidence French ability
• Valid job offer from an eligible employer outside Quebec
• Qualifications or experience relevant to the retail role offered
• Meets admissibility, medical and security requirements
• Intends to work in the offered role on arrival

French language requirements

• NCLC 5 or higher in French oral expression and comprehension is the usual benchmark
• TEF Canada or TCF Canada results are the standard evidence
• Other credible proof of habitual French use may be accepted
• No English test is required for the stream itself

TEF and TCF Canada preparation packs are available in the Resources Marketplace or directly on Bulawa AI.

Required documents

• Offer of employment number from the employer portal
• TEF Canada or TCF Canada results
• Passport and digital photo
• CV, qualifications and reference letters
• Police clearance and medical exam where requested
• Proof of funds for initial settlement

Application process

1. 01Employer submits the offer of employment and pays the compliance fee
2. 02Candidate confirms French evidence at the required level
3. 03Candidate submits the work permit application with supporting documents
4. 04Biometrics and, if requested, a medical exam
5. 05Permit approval and travel authorisation
6. 06Arrival, onboarding and settlement support

Benefits

• No Labour Market Impact Assessment required
• Faster processing than most employer-specific routes
• Spousal open work permit and children's schooling in most cases
• Strong pathway toward permanent residence for French speakers
• Access to Francophone community and settlement services

Processing timeline

Most Francophone Mobility work permits are processed within 6–14 weeks once the offer of employment is registered, plus time for biometrics and travel.