Can I regain entry to Canada as long as I've a valid visa/unexpired study permit

[taknev]

So I am planning on visiting India after I graduate in August 2020. My study permit expires in December 2020. Can I still enter Canada with a valid study permit/valid TRV eventhough I've completed my studies?

 

[k.h.p.]

Not on the study permit. You could on a multiple entry TRV.

 

[taknev]

Not on the study permit. You could on a multiple entry TRV.

Even though it's an "S" (Student) category visa? Both my study permit/TRV expires in December 2020

 

[canuck_in_uk]

So I am planning on visiting India after I graduate in August 2020. My study permit expires in December 2020. Can I still enter Canada with a valid study permit/valid TRV eventhough I've completed my studies?

Yes, you can still enter. Are you applying for a PGWP before you leave?

 

[taknev]

Yes, you can still enter. Are you applying for a PGWP before you leave?

Nope. In fact, the main reason for leaving Canada is to apply for a new passport so that I can come back and apply for a PGWP with the new passport.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Nope. In fact, the main reason for leaving Canada is to apply for a new passport s that I can come back and apply for a PGWP with the new passport.

You will not be able to work when you return to Canada until your PGWP is actually approved.

 

[taknev]

You will not be able to work when you return to Canada until your PGWP is actually approved.

Wow so it looks like a bad idea to go back to India. If I stayed in Canada, can I work until my PGWP gets approved?

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Wow so it looks like a bad idea to go back to India. If I stayed in Canada, can I work until my PGWP gets approved?

It's not a bad idea. You just need to apply for your PGWP before you leave. If you do, you can continue to work upon your return while waiting for the PGWP.

 

[taknev]

It's not a bad idea. You just need to apply for your PGWP before you leave. If you do, you can continue to work upon your return while waiting for the PGWP.

Thanks - is it advisable to apply for PGWP outside of Canada?

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Thanks - is it advisable to apply for PGWP outside of Canada?

There's nothing wrong with applying outside. You just need to be aware of restrictions on working if you return to Canada before you get your PGWP.