This program helps the students who have graduated from an eligible Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI). This type of permit is an open work permit and the applicant is not tied up with an employer. This work permit allows to obtain Canadian work experience and thus leading to permanent residency through Canadian Experience class under express entry
To obtain PGWP, you must presently hold a valid temporary status. You must also be a graduate from an eligible designated learning institution (DLI). There are other requirements such as:
A Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is a document issued by the Government of Canada that allows foreign students who have graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada to gain Canadian work experience by working in Canada for a certain period of time.
To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, foreign students must have graduated from a program of study that is at least 8 months in duration at a designated learning institution in Canada and must have held a valid study permit during their studies.
The length of a Post-Graduation Work Permit depends on the length of the program of study, a graduate from a program of 8 months or more but less than 2 years is eligible for a PGWP of the same length as their program and a graduate from a program of 2 years or more is eligible for a 3 years PGWP
Yes, with a Post-Graduation Work Permit, students can work for any employer in Canada, including working for themselves as self-employed or starting their own business.
Yes, it is possible for foreign students to apply for permanent residence while on a Post-Graduation Work Permit. However, it is important to note that the eligibility criteria and application process for permanent residence may differ from those for a work permit, and it is always recommended to check with the immigration department for updated information
It is possible to apply for an extension of the Post-Graduation Work Permit, but it will be evaluated based on the individual case, and the extension will only be granted if the foreign national has a valid reason for the extension and has not exceeded the maximum duration of the work permit.
Yes, foreign students on a Post-Graduation Work Permit can travel outside of Canada, but they must ensure that their work permit is valid before returning to Canada and that they meet the entry requirements.
If a foreign student loses their job while on a Post-Graduation Work Permit, they are not required to leave Canada immediately but they should find another job or apply to change their status to visitor or student if they want to stay in Canada.
Yes, it is possible to change the type of work or location while on a Post-Graduation Work Permit. The foreign student is not tied to a specific employer or location and can work for any employer in any location in Canada. However, they must ensure that their work permit remains valid and they are meeting the conditions of the permit.
To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, foreign students must have completed a program of study that is at least 8 months in duration at a designated learning institution in Canada. Distance-learning programs may not meet this requirement, and it’s recommended to check with the immigration department for updated information.
To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, foreign students must have completed a program of study that is at least 8 months in duration at a designated learning institution in Canada. If a co-op or internship program is mandatory and is part of the curriculum, it may be included in calculating the length of the study program.
To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, foreign students must have held a valid study permit during their studies. If a student’s study permit expires before they graduate, they will not be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, and they must apply for a new study permit or a different type of work permit if they wish to stay in Canada. It is important for the student to apply for a renewal of their study permit well in advance of the expiration date to avoid any issues.