Overview of Post-Graduate Work Permit
The Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) allows international students who have completed their higher studies in Canada from Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) to obtain an open work permit and remain and work in Canada. But, applicants must apply for the work permit within 180 days of graduation or the date of receiving their transcripts.
The Post Graduate Work Permit in Canada allows students to stay in Canada and gain Canadian work experience after completing their graduation. Students who have received a Post Graduate Work Permit in Canada can stay for a maximum of 3 years. Canada’s Post Graduate Work Permit enables the candidates to get a step closer to achieving a permanent resident status.
What is Designated Learning Institution (DLI)?
A Designated Learning Institute (DLI) is a institute (College / University) that has been approved by a provincial or territorial government to allow international students to complete an education qualification in Canada.
Here is how you can learn if a particular college or university is a Designated Learning Institute or not:
Eligibility to Apply for PGWP
Validity of Post Graduate Work Permit
The Government of Canada offers a Post Graduate Work Permit to candidates who have completed their studies in Canada at Designated Learning Institutes (DLI). This enable candidates to plan their long-term career in Canada. Candidates can apply for jobs in Canada. Candidates can also gain a permanent resident status while on PGWP thru various possible opportunities offered by IRCC.
Since, it is an open work permit, candidates do not need to worry about location, and employer sponsorship. They can apply for any job suitable to them in any province or territory. Also, the employer and candidates do not need to worry about the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
The Validity of Post Graduate Work Permit may vary and depend on the following factors:
Note: It is advised to confirm with the learning institution you choose before an admission if it is a Designated Learning Institute or not. Because, Post Graduate Work Permit is provided to the students who have completed their graduation from DLI only.
