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Post-Graduate Work Permit
PGWP
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) offers international students in Canada an opportunity to work full-time after completing their studies, providing a pathway to gain valuable work experience and potentially immigrate to Canada permanently.
How to Apply PGWP
- Ensure their study permit remains valid.
- Apply within 180 days from the date of receipt of the letter of completion or official transcript.
- Submit the application with required documents to the appropriate immigration office.
Embassy Support
Visa Release
Immigration
Eligibility
The PGWP duration aligns with the length of the study program, offering up to 3 years for programs of 2 years or more. While the immigration officer determines the final decision, e-Visa's expertise and network of partner schools can guide students through the application process, ensuring a smooth transition from student to professional life in Canada.
- The chosen institution must be a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) recognized by the government.
- The program completed must be at least 8 months in duration and full-time.
- The program must lead to a degree, diploma, or certificate.
- The student's current study permit must remain valid at the time of application.
Ineligibility
Students are not eligible for a PGWP if
- The program completed is a language program.
- The student has already obtained a PGWP in the past.
- More than half of the program was completed via distance learning.
