I have this question to literally 5-6 cic officers and they said as the law changed this year we don’t require a valid study permit so what you have applied with is correct ...100 for open work permit +155 for pgwp and 200 for restoration.. this is what they all said
Post Graduate Work Permit Processing Time (PGWP)
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My study permit expired on Nov 30, and I applied for SP extension on Oct 30 so now I have implied status.
I have now finished my degree requirements.
I just noticed that PGWP no longer need valid SP, does that mean I can go ahead and apply for PGWP now?
Or should I wait for the SP decision so that I don't complicate things...
I have now finished my degree requirements.
I just noticed that PGWP no longer need valid SP, does that mean I can go ahead and apply for PGWP now?
Or should I wait for the SP decision so that I don't complicate things...
no just now i spoke with agent, we also have to pay study permit fee also it seems
speak with your immigration lawyer, helpline agent saying to attach document and fees with the applicatioin
You don’t need to have SP at the time of the application but you must have STATUS in Canada to apply for pgwp. Go to the cic website to get more info.
Does implied status count? I have the confirmation letter from CIC that they received my SP extension.
FYI, I have eTA so I do not need visitor visa
What I don’t get is Why would one apply for study permit when trying to restore and get a pgwp? I have been looking at the previous responses and it just doesn’t make sense.
To apply for a study permit as well, you need a valid Letter of Acceptance from a DLI.
Personally, I didn’t apply for study permit when restoring cause i no longer was a student. And I believe it’s the same case for you as well.
Restoration is a really tricky thing, do your research well before making a decision.
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i made paper application buddy, i paid 200$ for restoration and 255$ for PGWP ??
PGWP applied: September 12
Eligibility review: December 12
Approved 3 years: December 12
Province: ON
91 days
This forum has been very helpful, especially during the waiting period. However, I have learned that you can't believe everything that you read here. Every case is different, determined by its own merit and dependent on the case officer.
Those who are still waiting, don't give into anxiety and fears. Never lose hope! I wish you all the best.
Eligibility review: December 12
Approved 3 years: December 12
Province: ON
91 days
This forum has been very helpful, especially during the waiting period. However, I have learned that you can't believe everything that you read here. Every case is different, determined by its own merit and dependent on the case officer.
Those who are still waiting, don't give into anxiety and fears. Never lose hope! I wish you all the best.
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You dont need an acceptance letter in this case, they understand that the sp is only to be granted pgwp and give you one for a minimum time.
Its the same if your sp is about to expire right after you graduate you can apply for a bridging study permit just to allow you to apply for pgwp without an acceptance letter, the advantage of applying with a sp is that you can work as soon as you apply.