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You do not need IELTS or other language test results to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada.
Read More...You can usually get a PGWP only once, but completing a higher level of study after your first PGWP may allow you to apply for a second one.
Read More...You can stay in Canada under implied status while waiting for your PGWP if you apply before your study permit expires, allowing you to continue working or studying.
Read More...You can travel outside Canada while waiting for your PGWP, but be cautious about your study permit status and re-entry requirements.
Read More...Most Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applicants do not need a medical exam unless IRCC specifically requests one or if working in certain sensitive jobs.
Read More...You usually do not need a Letter of Explanation when applying for a PGWP unless you have unusual circumstances to clarify.
Read More...You can leave Canada while your PGWP application is in process, but ensure you have valid travel documents to return. Consult a licensed professional for personalized guidance.
Read More...Yes, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) application can be refused if eligibility criteria are not met or if the application is incomplete or incorrect.
Read More...You can work full-time while waiting for your PGWP if you applied before your study permit expired and have completed your program. Otherwise, you cannot work during this period.
Read More...After your PGWP, you can apply for Permanent Residency through programs like Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs by leveraging your Canadian work experience and education.
Read More...To apply for a PGWP, you need proof of graduation, a valid study permit, your passport, completed forms, photos, and the application fee receipt.
Read More...The current fee for applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is CAD 255, covering both processing and open work permit holder fees.
Read More...Canada's new PGWP rule allows students who studied partly online during the pandemic to qualify for a work permit, providing more flexibility for affected international graduates.
Read More...You can work full-time after applying for a PGWP if you apply before your study permit expires, thanks to implied status. Otherwise, you must wait for approval.
Read More...After your PGWP expires, you can stay in Canada by applying for a new work permit, permanent residence, or visitor status, but you must act before your current permit ends.
Read More...If your PGWP application is refused, you cannot reapply for the same permit but may explore other immigration options or restore your status if eligible.
Read More...You can work full-time while waiting for your PGWP only if you applied before your study permit expired. Otherwise, you must wait until your PGWP is approved.
Read More...Canada has not announced plans to stop the Post-Graduation Work Permit program, which remains a key option for international graduates to work in Canada after their studies.
Read More...You can withdraw your PGWP application while it's being processed and apply again, but you must meet eligibility requirements and pay fees for the new application.
Read More...If your PGWP expires in 2025, plan ahead to apply for permanent residence or another permit before it ends to maintain your status in Canada.
Read More...Canada's PGWP rules now allow some online studies due to COVID-19 to count toward eligibility, with a 180-day application window after graduation.
Read More...PGWP processing times typically range from 80 to 180 days after a complete application is submitted to IRCC, but times can vary.
Read More...Apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit within 180 days of finishing your studies at an eligible Canadian school to work in Canada after graduation.
Read More...You have 180 days after receiving your final marks or proof of graduation to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada.
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