Post-graduation work permit: Working in Canada after completing your studies
Post-graduation work permit or PGWP is a work permit issued by IRCC to an international student who has completed a study program in a designated learning institution. Usually valid for the same length of the studies. For example, if you study for a 1-year diploma, you will probably get 1 year of work permit validity. When the program is for 2 years, the PGWP is for three years.
To be eligible for a post-graduation work permit, the applicant must:
Have valid temporary status or have left Canada.
Have graduated from an eligible designated learning institution (DLI).
Have completed an academic, vocational or professional training program at an at an eligible institution in Canada that is at least 8 months in duration leading to a degree, diploma or certificate.
Have maintained full-time student status in Canada during each academic session of the program or programs of study they have completed and submitted as part of their post-graduation work permit application. Exceptions can be made only for the following: (1) leave from studies or (2) final academic session.
Spouse or common-law partner, may be eligible to apply for an open work permit if the principal worker is employed in an occupation in skill level 0, A or B.
Update: Due to Covid-19 pandemic, On January 8, 2021 the Government of Canada has announced a new policy to former international students to extend their post-graduate work permit. Applications will be open from January 27 to July 27, 2021.
To apply for an open work permit under the public policy, an applicant must:
have a PGWP that expires on or after January 30, 2020, or a PGWP that expires in 4 months or less from the date they apply.
still be in Canada
have a valid temporary status, or be applying to restore their status
Getting a PGWP is a good opportunity to start getting work experience in Canada under a valid work permit and apply all the gained knowledge. If you are interested in studying in Canada, Silverwood Immigration can help you to find the right educational institution for your interests and provide a professional assessment to apply for your study permit and then post-graduation work permit. Contact us now!things you can do.
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