Post Graduate Work Permits

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.

Eligibility Criteria for a Post-Graduate Work Permit

Graduation does not guarantee a post-graduation work permit, and you have to check the DLI list for colleges and universities that have such programs. You can apply for a work permit inside 180 days once you receive your final marks.
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It is possible that your study permit expires while you wait for your marks. In such cases, you can follow two steps. You can stay in Canada for longer by applying for a visitor record, or you can apply for your post-graduate work permit after leaving Canada. If your study permit expires while you are still in Canada, then you have to pay additional fees to restore your student status in the country.
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Students can apply for the work permit if they meet the following requirements:

Must have a valid study permit.
Visitor record must be valid.
Must have applied for the extension of the study permit before it expires, and no decision has yet been made regarding the application.
Must have made an application for the change of status from student to visitor before the expiry of the study permit, and no decision on the application has been made yet.
Must have completed a study course from a designated learning institution that was at least eight months long or more than that and leads to a certificate, diploma, or degree for the student.

Before applying for a post-graduate work permit, make sure you meet all the above requirements. Make sure you keep all documents ready while applying for a post-graduate work permit. You will need a letter from your school that confirms the duration of your study course and its code. You will also need an official letter or certificate that proves you have completed your study program.

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