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During the coronavirus pandemic, Canada took extraordinary procedures to allow international students studying in Canada to complete their studies while still being eligible. for a PGWP. In addition, PGWP holders currently in Canada can apply for a new open work permit with a period of up to 18 months.
Overview
As part of its efforts to attract overseas students and keep them as immigrants, Canada offers the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
The PGWP is valid for up to three years (the term of the PGWP varies depending on the length of the person’s Canadian educational programme).
The PGWP is an open work permit that permits international graduates to work for any employer in Canada without having to first get a job offer.
The PGWP allows international graduates to get professional job experience in Canada, which is a huge benefit.
When PGWP holders go on to petition for Canadian immigration, this kind of job experience comes in handy. Many of Canada’s more than 100 immigration programmes reward applicants who have studied and/or worked in the country. In general, a PGWP holder must gain one year of professional work experience in a NOC code of 0, A, or B before applying for a Canadian permanent residence programme.
What are the PGWP’s Eligibility Requirements?
To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, international students must have:
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