Post-Graduation Work Permit

You may be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) if you graduated from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and want to stay in Canada temporarily to work. A Post-Graduate Work Permit is an Open Work Permit, in another word, it allows holder to work in Any type of job, without restrictions. An LMIA or a confirmation of a valid job offer is not needed in order to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit.

 

* Please remember that graduating from a DLI does not necessarily automatically make you eligible for a PGWP. 

 

Eligibility Requirements

• Have graduated from a designated Canadian post-secondary institution (ESL/FSL/General Interest/Preparatory program are not eligible)

• Distance learning is eligible if it was less than 50% of the program.

• Must apply within 180 days after written confirmation of completed studies and have a valid study permit at some point during these 180 days.