PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) are open work permits given to international students who graduate from a Canadian program of study. PGWPs allow the holder to work for any employer, for as many hours they wish, anywhere in Canada.
PGWPs are valid for between eight months to three years and are a great way to obtain valuable Canadian work experience. Once an applicant has work experience in Canada, it opens a lot of opportunities to obtain Canadian permanent residence.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), a foreign national must be at least 18 years old and have studied full-time in Canada in a program of at least 8 months. The study program must have been completed at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Also, to apply for a work permit, a foreign national must apply within 180 days of the completion of their study program.
If an applicant is applying from within Canada, they must have valid status at the time of application. If their study permit has expired or will expire, they may apply for status as a visitor before applying for the PGWP. However, applicants who apply for a PGWP prior to the expiration of their study permit are eligible to begin working full-time immediately, while their application is processing. Applicants may apply for a PGWP from overseas.
OUR VALUE – HOW WE MAKE THIS EASY FOR YOU
We understand that information can be found on the Internet, but it never tells the “whole story” related to your personalized situation. There are also lots of consultants, lawyers, and scammers out there that seem to make this more confusing than this actually is. Our value to you is that we simplify and direct this process for you from the start to the end of your immigration journey. We will guide you and provide:
- Personalized immigration advice and solutions that are tailored to your case and situation
- Comprehensive documents and information at every stage of the process, including information and tips that can’t be found on the IRCC website
- Affordable service with varying payment terms for the EE profile
- Collaboration with a licensed immigration consultant who will communicate and represent your case on your behalf
- Support and Assistance through every stage of the immigration journey, from the application to the landing and settlement in Canada.
