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Post Graduate Work Permit Processing Time (PGWP)

azhagusurriya

Newbie
Dec 13, 2021
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thanks! Just to confirm, I do not need to wait for the letter that says I am allowed to work until a specific date? So you mean legally I can work since I already applied and my application is ongoing? Thanks!
Working while waiting for the PGWP

You may be allowed to work full-time in Canada if you are waiting for a decision on your post graduate work permit (PGWP) application and you:

  • Had a valid study permit when you submitted your application,
  • Completed your program of study, and
  • Were eligible to work off campus without a work permit while studying and you didn’t work more hours than you were allowed to.
If these conditions don’t apply to you, you must wait until your work permit arrives to begin your new job. It’s illegal to work in Canada without authorization.

This is what IRCC sent me when I asked them.
 
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yafaa1993

Star Member
Jul 2, 2021
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Wow that's a long time, I applied on May 18th and got approved Aug 9th. Is your file simple and straightforward?
I applied on 17/August outland, it's been more than 16 weeks, and haven’t heard back yet. My country processing time keep decreasing, and I don’t know if this is normal?