Post Grad Work Permit

Gaining valuable work experience in Canada after graduation can go a long way towards helping international students to permanently immigrate. The following programs can help facilitate this process for eligible candidates:

Working after graduation – Post Graduation or Open work permit

This program allows international students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience through a special work permit. Post Grad work permit are issued for the length of the study program, up to a maximum of 3 years, i.e. if you complete 1 year program, you may be eligible for only for one year of post grad work permit.

Post graduation work permit cannot be longer than the length of time you studied in Canada. The following are the key factors:

• Must have studied as a full time student for at least 8 months
• Post secondary institution that are eligible and have been approved by the government
• Should apply within 90 days of getting confirmation from your institution that you have met the requirement of completing your academic programs
• Received notification that you are eligible to obtain your degree, diploma or certificate
• Maximum of only 3 years of post graduation work permit depending on the program of studies
• Must have a valid study permit when you apply for your work permit

If your employer is willing to engage your services permanently and is willing to support your immigration, you may be eligible to apply for permanent immigration, contact us to know your options.