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You can apply within 90 days of when your Letter of Completion first becomes available AND when your study permit is still valid,

OR

You can apply within 180 days of when your Letter of Completion first becomes available, have previously held a valid study permit, and one of the following:

• Applied for visitor status before your study permit became invalid
• Applied to restore your temporary resident status
• Apply from outside of Canada

This 180-day period begins when you receive your Letter of Completion of the program.

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The most common reasons for a PGWP refusal are as follows:

1. Part-time studies other than your last semester
2. Break in studies due to failing a course, a teacher strike, switching schools or programs, extenuating personal reasons, or financial reasons
3. Study permit expired and out of status when applying
4. Final transcripts not included confirming that the program completion
5. Studied at a non eligible PGWP school
6. Unauthorised work

If you are preparing your PGWP application and the above reasons apply to you, you should engage a professional ASAP to ensure you provide sufficient explanation and proof to satisfy the visa officer.

We can help you with the letter of explanation you need to provide to the visa officer and applying for restoration of your status.

If your PGWP is refused, not only does your status need to be restored and sufficient explanation provided to IRCC to address their concerns, but the PGWP re-application must also be submitted within 180 days from when the Study Permit expired.  If you are outside this 180 day period, you must apply for a Study Permit and also a PGWP (and Restoration, if required); in the Study Permit application, an explanation must be provided that a Study Permit is requested to be eligible for the PGWP, as per IRCC laws. This is a complex process and should be avoided by consulting a professional if you think your application will be rejected.

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If your PGWP is refused, not only does your status need to be restored and sufficient explanation provided to IRCC to address their concerns, but the PGWP re-application must also be submitted within 180 days from when the Study Permit expired.  If you are outside this 180 day period, you must apply for a Study Permit and also a PGWP (and Restoration, if required); in the Study Permit application, an explanation must be provided that a Study Permit is requested to be eligible for the PGWP, as per IRCC laws. This is a complex process and should be avoided by consulting a professional if you think your application will be rejected.

We can assist you with the next steps if your PGWP is refused.

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You can apply for a PGWP if:

• your study permit is still valid
• you have a valid visitor record
• you submitted an application to extend your study permit before it expired and no decision has been made on your application
• you submitted an application to change your status to visitor before your study permit expired and no decision has been made on your application

You must also meet the following conditions:

• completed a program at a DLI that was at least 8 months long and led to. a degree, diploma, or certificate
• maintained full-time course load as a student in each semester of your study (this doesn’t include your final semester, which can be part-time, or if you took an approved leave from your studies)
• Graduated from a qualifying education institution

Not sure if you qualify? Book a free consultation with us to check your eligibility and get started on your application.

We provide flexible services for completing your Post Graduate Work Permit application with varying levels of support depending on your requirements.

1. Consultation for PGWP – $225
   This option is best for students who only have specific questions about
   their application and are otherwise completing it on their own.
2. Guided PGWP Application – $250 (Best Value)
   This option is best for students who want professional guidance while
   completing their application including consultations and a detailed
   review of the application. We will also provide you with instructions
   for how you need to complete your application and the specific
   documents you need to include for your situation.
3. Complete PGWP Application – $750
   This option is suitable for students who have complications in their
   PGWP eligibility such as part-time studies, breaks, or unauthorized
   work. We will prepare a letter of explanation for the visa officer to
   present facts in support of your application.

See detailed pricing and services included in each package.

PGWP is an essential benefit after studying in Canada and can help you gain the experience you need to be eligible for Permanent Residency. It’s important to apply for it the right way and seek guidance when you are in doubt.

You may begin working full-time immediately after submitting your post-graduation work permit application while you are waiting for a decision from IRCC, only if:

at the time you submitted your application, you:

• Have a valid study permit and apply within 90 days after your Letter of Completion first became available, AND
• Have completed your program of study, AND
• Were eligible to work off-campus without a work permit during your studies, AND
• Did not work off-campus for more than 20 hours per week during academic sessions.

Not sure if you can work after applying for your PGWP? ALWAYS consult a professional if you are not sure so that you can avoid unauthorized work.