How long does PGWP take to be approved?

How long does it take to get a PGWP? A PGWP can take anywhere from 80 to 180 days to process. While waiting for your PGWP, you are free to work in Canada provided you applied prior to the expiry date of your student permit.

How long does it take to approve PGWP?

Processing Time for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Canada. The processing time for a Post-Graduate Work Permit can range from 80 to 180 days once your application has been received, depending on various factors.

Why is my PGWP taking so long?

Another aspect that impacts processing times is the workload of the IRCC. Since the popularity of PGWP programs continues to rise, it is important to know that the processing times can fluctuate because of the volume of applications received.

What is the success rate of PGWP?

With an approval rate of over 97% last year, the PGWP provides students with a plan to address that priority.

Can I work while waiting for PGWP approval?

You can work full-time while waiting for a decision on your post-graduation work permit (PGWP) application if, at the time you submitted your application, all of the following applied to your situation: You had a valid study permit. You had completed your program of study.

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Can PGWP get rejected?

Failure to Meet Program Eligibility Criteria:

One of the primary reasons for PGWP rejections is the failure to meet the eligibility criteria outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This includes not completing a designated learning program or not studying full-time as required.

What is my status while waiting for PGWP?

The correct term is maintained status. If you apply for your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) before your study permit expires, you receive maintained status. Maintained status allows you to legally remain in Canada as a temporary resident until a decision has been made on your PGWP application.

What is the new rule for PGWP in Canada?

Starting on February 15, 2024, a longer, 3-year post-graduation work permit will be available to those who are graduating from a master's degree program that is less than 2 years and who meet all other PGWP eligibility criteria.

What happens after PGWP is approved?

After receiving your PGWP

Apply for or extend your Social Insurance Number (SIN). Apply for a new Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), if required.

Can I leave Canada while waiting for PGWP?

Traveling while waiting to receive your PGWP

If you have applied for your PGWP (and your study permit has expired) and you plan on traveling outside Canada while your application is in process, you can leave Canada and return. However, in order to return and enter Canada, you must: have a valid eTA OR.

How can I speed up my PGWP?

Who is not eligible for PGWP?

You are not eligible to apply for a PGWP if you:

completed a program that is considered by the university to be than 8 months long. have previously been issued a Post-Graduation Work Permit. studied English or French as an additional language. took general interest or self-improvement courses.

How many times can you get PGWP?

No. Post-graduation work permits (PGWP) are a one-time opportunity for international students.

How long does it take from PGWP to PR?

Once you've received your degree and at least one year of Canadian work experience, you may be ready for permanent residency!

How long is the wait for work permit?

- It's currently taking USCIS 5.5 to 15 months to process work permit applications (Form I-765) for individuals with approved asylum status. - It's taking USCIS an average of 1 months to process Form I-765 for individuals with a pending initial asylum application.

How long does it take IRCC to review eligibility?

If you apply from within Canada, online and paper-based applications are processed within 10-27 days. However, applications made from outside of Canada will vary depending on the applicant's country of residence. Please see the IRCC's website to determine the processing time from your country of residence.

Will PGWP be extended in 2024?

Unfortunately, on December 7, 2023, Honorable Minister Marc Miller announced that these temporary public policies to facilitate the extension of previous PGWP holders would not be extended in 2024.

How long does it take to receive work permit after approval in Canada?

The processing time for a Canada work permit varies depending on the type of work permit you are applying for, your country of citizenship and the time of year you apply. In general, the standard for work permit processing times is between 2 and 8 weeks.

What to do after PGWP ends?

Is Canada rejecting student visa 2024?

No, Canada's student visa cap will only impact international students submitting their study permit applications on or after January 22, 2024. Existing study permit holders looking to extend their study permits in Canada will not be subject to the new cap. Will Canada's study permit cap affect master's or PhD students?

Can I travel back to Canada with PGWP?

Your permit (study or work) is not a visa and doesn't allow you to travel back to Canada. If your visa or eTA is expired, you have to get a new one before you return to Canada.

How long can you stay in Canada after PGWP?

The PGWP typically allows international student graduates to work in Canada for up to three years after completing their studies (depending on their study program). After your PGWP expires you cannot extend or renew it—with exceptions for people who were eligible for the special pandemic-era extension.

Can you still work in Canada if your work permit expires?

If your work permit expires, you must stop working. If you applied for a study permit, you can't study until we make a decision on your application.

Can I stay in Canada as a visitor after my work permit expires?

You can apply to restore your work permit in the first 90 days after it expires. If you do this, you can stay in Canada until you get further instructions, but you must stop working until you receive your restored work permit.

What happens if PGWP is denied?

What should you do after PGWP was rejected? If your PGWP was refused, it is recommended to retain professional help to re-apply to ensure a strong case is made to get your PGWP approved. This is especially important if you have issues with your profile such as a gap in your studies, or have fallen out of status.