Post-Graduate Work Permit Program
International students who graduated from an eligible Canadian designated learning institution (DLIs) can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). If granted, an open work permit is issued to the applicant to gain valuable Canadian work experience.
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A post-graduation work permit allows graduates to work for any employer in Canada full time, part-time or be self-employed. The skilled work experience gained through the PGWPP in National Occupational Classification (NOC) skill type 0 or skill level A or B helps graduates qualify for permanent residence in Canada through the Express Entry Canadian Experience Class.
The validity of a post-graduation work permit is based on the applicant’s length of the study program. It can be issued for a minimum of 8 months up to a maximum of 3 years.
Applicants can only receive one post-graduation work permit in their lifetime.
Post-Graduate Work Permit Holders Can Apply For PR Under The Canadian Experience Class (CEC 2020)
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Canada – Admissions of Permanent Residents by Province/Territory of Intended Destination and Immigration Category, January 2015 – October 2020 Open Data.
TRANSITION TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TO PERMANENT RESIDENT 2016 – 2019
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Data Source: 2020 & 2019 Annual Immigration Report.
Key Candidates for the PGWP program are international postgraduate students who graduated from a DLI school in Canada.
- Letter confirming completion of the program of study.
- A final transcript.
- Identity documents, travel documents and passport.
- Photos: Include 2 passport photos. The photo must be taken within the last six months of applying. Write the name and date of birth at the back of the photos. Check photo specifications.
- Proof of current immigration status.
- Photocopy of a marriage certificate if applicable.
Whether they are applying for PGWP from outside or inside Canada. There are two methods of applying for a PGWP. You can either apply online or submit a paper-based application at a visa application center in your Country.
The fees you have to pay to the government include your application processing fee of $255. If you are out of status, you will pay $605 to restore your student status and PGWP application. Follow this link to pay for the restoration of status as a student. See the breakdown of the fees.
If required, you should pay a biometrics fee when you submit your application to avoid delays. Biometric fee is $85. The biometrics fee covers the cost of collecting fingerprints and a digital photo. Check if you need to give your biometrics.
The processing time for Post-Graduate Work Permit applications is 100 days.
New policy to help former international students live in, work in and continue contributing to Canada:
On January 8, 2021, the Government of Canada announced that former international students who hold or held a PGWP would have the opportunity to apply for an open work permit. This is part of the Government of Canada’s efforts to support international students through this challenging time. In Canada, foreign nationals affected by the pandemic with an expired or expiring PGWP will have a unique chance to apply for another open work permit. These will be valid for 18 months and allow former international students to remain in Canada, continue to seek employment and build their future in this country. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada estimates that as many as 52,000 graduates with expired or expiring PGWPs could benefit from the public policy.
Open Work Permit Holders In Canada 2014 – 2019
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- Data Source: Number of International Mobility Programs work permit holders in Canada from 2000 to 2017• IMP work permit holders Canada 2017 | StatistaReferences
- IRCC Website for PGWP program.
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