Work in Canada after you graduate ?

IRCC Updates on online studies overseas and PGWP eligibility

Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility requirements ?

Students can complete up to 100% of their program online from outside Canada:

Students will be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) even if students complete 100% of their studies online from outside Canada.

  • Students should meet the criteria
  • Students still should meet other PGWP requirements

Please get details here.

The time spent on studies overseas between Spring 2020 and December 31, 2021 will be added toward future PGWP length:

Students who wish to apply for a PGWP from outside of Canada can apply within 180 days of receiving their final marks.

*Important note:

  • Entry to Canada with a PGWP approval may be subject to the travel restrictions
  • Students with a PGWP approval may need a job offer to enter Canada

Students who commenced studies without full approval:

Students who applied for a study permit before they commenced their studies but were refused will need a final approval on their study permit application before the end of the program to gain their PGWP length.

  • Students should meet the criteria
  • Students still should meet other PGWP requirements

Please get details here.

Watch In this video, Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant and International Student Advisor Nora Lambrecht shares how to apply for your post-graduate work permit while in Canada. Learn more