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Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
Open work permit after graduating from a Canadian DLI — the most common route into CEC and Canadian PR.
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Overview
About the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
The Post-Graduate Work Permit is an open work permit available to international students who graduate from an eligible Designated Learning Institution (DLI) program. Length depends on your study program (8 months minimum, up to 3 years).
Recent reforms (Nov 2024 onward) restrict PGWP eligibility for many public-college programs — we verify your eligibility before you apply.
Eligibility
- Completed eligible DLI program of 8+ months
- Graduated within the last 180 days
- Valid study permit during your studies
- Program/field aligned with new PGWP-eligible field requirements (for many colleges)
Documents
- Job offer, LMIA (if applicable), proof of qualifications, language test (if required), passports, biometrics
PGWP Language Test Requirements
Depending on your program and circumstances, you may need to provide proof of English or French language proficiency when applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. If you are using an English-language test, these guides explain the current requirements for the main accepted tests.
PGWP IELTS Requirement
Learn which IELTS General Training scores correspond to the applicable CLB levels for a PGWP.
Read the guidePGWP CELPIP Requirement
See the CELPIP-General score requirements and CLB conversion for PGWP applicants.
Read the guidePGWP PTE Requirement
Check the PTE Core score requirements and CLB conversion for a PGWP.
Read the guideWhy SkyPod
Why Choose SkyPod for Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
The difference between approval and refusal is preparation. Here's what every SkyPod client gets — no exceptions.
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Our Process
How We Handle Your File — Step by Step
1
Eligibility Assessment
immigration consultant review of your profile against current program requirements.
2
Document Assembly
We collect, translate where needed, and quality-check every document.
3
Application Submission
Submitted with comprehensive cover letter and supporting LOEs.
4
Decision & Next Steps
We monitor your file, respond to IRCC requests, and plan the follow-up step.
What Officers Look At
Important Factors That Can Affect This Application
- Your program and institution meeting PGWP eligibility, including field-of-study rules where they apply.
- Full-time study requirements and the length of the completed program.
- Maintaining valid status and applying within the allowed window after completing your program.
- Required documents, such as the completion letter, final transcript and language results where required.
- Passport validity, which can limit the length of the permit issued.
How SkyPod Helps
Our Value-Add
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A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) oversees your immigration strategy and application preparation end-to-end.
Document Quality Control
Every form, letter of explanation, and supporting document is reviewed against current IRCC officer guidelines before submission.
Refusal Recovery Experience
If your file is refused, our PFL/ADR and reconsideration network steps in immediately to protect your status and timeline.
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CELPIP-General scores for CLB 5 and CLB 7, why every skill must meet the minimum, and result validity for a PGWP.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is my PGWP?▾
Equal to program length, up to 3 years (Master's grads get 3 years regardless of length).
Is my college program still PGWP-eligible?▾
Since Nov 2024, public-college graduates must be in a field linked to long-term shortage. We confirm your CIP/field code.
Can I apply from outside Canada?▾
Yes — within 180 days of graduation.
Does PGWP lead to PR?▾
Yes — directly via CEC after 1 year of skilled work.
Can I get another PGWP later?▾
Only one PGWP is granted in a lifetime.
What if I'm refused?▾
We provide PFL/ADR response and reconsideration support.
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