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🇨🇦 Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

Allows international graduates of eligible Canadian institutions to gain open work experience in Canada for up to 3 years after graduation.

Stay Duration
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Job Offer Required
No
Work Rights
Yes (restricted to authorized employment)
Who Can Apply
All nationalities
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Eligibility requirements

Have graduated from an eligible designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada • Have completed a program of study of at least 8 months

Age requirements

No age restriction

Family provisions

No; work permit only

Fees & costs

Main applicantCAD 255

Frequently asked questions

What is the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?

Allows international graduates of eligible Canadian institutions to gain open work experience in Canada for up to 3 years after graduation.

Who is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?

Have graduated from an eligible designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada • Have completed a program of study of at least 8 months

How much does the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) cost?

The main applicant fee is CAD 255. Additional adults cost CAD — and children CAD —.

What work rights does the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) give?

Yes (restricted to authorized employment)

Can I bring my family on the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?

No; work permit only

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