Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

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Entry: conditional

Stay: up to 3 years (depends on length of study program)

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Fee

varies CAD (PGWP fee structure available from IRCC; totals may reflect work permit and open work holder fee)

Max stay

up to 3 years (depends on length of study program)

Validity

issued for up to three years depending on program length

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

no (but holders may qualify for other permits or PR pathways)

Work allowed

yes (open work permit)

Sponsorship required

Financial requirements

none beyond application requirements

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

conditional

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies

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