Can I leave Canada while waiting for PGWP with a valid study permit?

[Akashdarji]

Hi everyone, I think this forum is a really helpful place so I hope I can find answers for my questions.

I will graduate in April 30, 2019 and I have to go back to my country after that.

My study permit and study visa both expire on July 30, 2019, can I submit my application for PGWP first, leave Canada but come back before July 30, 2019?

Will they refuse my entry with the reason that I already graduated from college, so the study permit can no longer be the proof for entering Canada?

Thank you very much!

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Hi everyone, I think this forum is a really helpful place so I hope I can find answers for my questions.

I will graduate in April 30, 2019 and I have to go back to my country after that.

My study permit and study visa both expire on July 30, 2019, can I submit my application for PGWP first, leave Canada but come back before July 30, 2019?

Will they refuse my entry with the reason that I already graduated from college, so the study permit can no longer be the proof for entering Canada?

Thank you very much!

Hi

Yes, you can do this. Just explain to CBSA that your PGWP is in process. There won't be any issue.