Post-Graduation Work Permit applicants now allowed to work after travelling outside Canada
International student graduates will no longer need to remain in Canada while their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is in process.
As of February 21, graduates who are eligible to work full time without a work permit will be able to maintain their ability to work legally in Canada even if they leave and re-enter the country.
International students must apply for their PGWP before their study permit expires in order to be allowed to work full time.
It can take upwards of 90 days for a PGWP decision to go through.
International student graduates will no longer need to remain in Canada while their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is in process.
As of February 21, graduates who are eligible to work full time without a work permit will be able to maintain their ability to work legally in Canada even if they leave and re-enter the country.
International students must apply for their PGWP before their study permit expires in order to be allowed to work full time.
It can take upwards of 90 days for a PGWP decision to go through.
