Postdoc before PhD completion

[bokharisyeda]

I have a postdoc offer from a research center in Canada; however, I have not defended my thesis. It takes over three months to get a work permit from my country of residence, and the hiring PI is concerned if we can start it soon and can do my defense while waiting for the visa. Is a letter from the institute delineating when the defense is expected enough for a visa application? Has anyone had a similar experience? Kindly advise

 

[Naturgrl]

I have a postdoc offer from a research center in Canada; however, I have not defended my thesis. It takes over three months to get a work permit from my country of residence, and the hiring PI is concerned if we can start it soon and can do my defense while waiting for the visa. Is a letter from the institute delineating when the defense is expected enough for a visa application? Has anyone had a similar experience? Kindly advise

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