Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

residence_permit

Entry: conditional

Stay: validity until permanent residence application decision or current status expiry

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Fee

varies CAD (Applies to applicants in Canada with eligible in‑process PR applications)

Max stay

validity until permanent residence application decision or current status expiry

Validity

matches bridging period; varies

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

no (applicant may be eligible for other permits)

Work allowed

yes (open work authorization)

Sponsorship required

no (requires in‑progress PR application and eligibility)

Financial requirements

none beyond admissibility

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

yes (bridging while PR application is processed)

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies

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