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Expired PGWP 18 months extension apply online detailed released (Jan 27. 2021 new)

nvgajera37@gmail.com

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Feb 12, 2016
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Thanks for response.
Does one of the following apply to you?

  • I am subject of a removal order that is unenforceable
  • I applied for a study or work permit before entering Canada which was approved, but not issued at a port of entry; or
  • I am in primary or secondary school, or a visiting or exchange student, in Canada with visitor status.
  • I am applying for an open work permit under an active public policy or pilot program announced by IRCC.
  • I am a student who has completed a program of study that is a prerequisite to my enrolment at a designated learning institution with visitor status in Canada; or
  • I applied for permanent residence and was found eligible (first stage approval) under one of the following classes:
    • Spouse or Common-law Partner in Canada
    • Humanitarian and Compassionate cases
    • Protected Persons in Canada
    • Live-in Caregiver in Canada
above question's answer should YES in our case right?
 

CripplingYogi194

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Jul 29, 2018
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Does one of the following apply to you?

  • I am subject of a removal order that is unenforceable
  • I applied for a study or work permit before entering Canada which was approved, but not issued at a port of entry; or
  • I am in primary or secondary school, or a visiting or exchange student, in Canada with visitor status.
  • I am applying for an open work permit under an active public policy or pilot program announced by IRCC.
  • I am a student who has completed a program of study that is a prerequisite to my enrolment at a designated learning institution with visitor status in Canada; or
  • I applied for permanent residence and was found eligible (first stage approval) under one of the following classes:
    • Spouse or Common-law Partner in Canada
    • Humanitarian and Compassionate cases
    • Protected Persons in Canada
    • Live-in Caregiver in Canada
above question's answer should YES in our case right?
Yes
 

whisperedmeticulous

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May 9, 2020
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Hi,

Can you please share the format for that letter? I need to make one.


Hi there,
Here is mine, but your may need to change a bit to fit your situation. Cheers!




Name:______________________
Address: ___________________
Phone: _____________________
Email: _____________________

UCI/IUC: ________________


January 31, 2021

Subject: Letter of Explanation – Open Work Permit under the Public Policy with the additional documents of expired PGWP and Visitor Record Restoration's proof and receipt


Dear Sir/Madam,

I am applying for an open work permit under the Public Policy Facilitating the Issuance of an Open Work Permit to Former Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Holders. Also, I've attached the expired PGWP, and Visitor Record Restoration's (application no. V______________) receipt and proof that I've applied for on January ___, 2021, to this letter.

Lastly, I have also attached the history of Education and Employment from the past 10 years as there is not enough space to add to imm5710e. (Appendix I: Education, Appendix II: Employment history from the past 10 years)

Please let me know if there is anything else you need or further information.

Thank you very much for taking the time and patience with my application.


Yours sincerely,

(Full name)
 
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Chirag23jan

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Jul 28, 2018
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Hey Guys, i have one question, i am eligible for both BOWP and Public policy, which one i should go for as i have already submitted my PR file, if i opt for public policy is there any possible negative outcomes or no? please share your valuable suggestion
Thanks
 

CripplingYogi194

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Jul 29, 2018
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Hey Guys, i have one question, i am eligible for both BOWP and Public policy, which one i should go for as i have already submitted my PR file, if i opt for public policy is there any possible negative outcomes or no? please share your valuable suggestion
Thanks
Go for public policy because the BOWP is dependent on your PR application. The public policy is dependent only on your PGWP
 
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Raghubir

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Oct 3, 2020
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Category........
CEC
AOR Received.
29-April-2021
Hey guys,

I have PGWP and it will expire in April 2021. Righ now I’m visiting my parents in India so can I apply for 18 months extension right now or I have to be there in Canada?
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
95,873
22,121
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
Hey guys,

I have PGWP and it will expire in April 2021. Righ now I’m visiting my parents in India so can I apply for 18 months extension right now or I have to be there in Canada?
You have to be in Canada to apply. Unfortunately I don't believe you will qualify since you must have been physically in Canada on January 27th according to the rules to qualify.
 

Raghubir

Star Member
Oct 3, 2020
58
13
Category........
CEC
AOR Received.
29-April-2021
You have to be in Canada to apply. Unfortunately I don't believe you will qualify since you must have been physically in Canada on January 27th according to the rules to qualify.
Are you sure??
It doesn’t make any sense if someone is travelling outside of country and has valid pgwp can’t apply. Specially when I normally live in Canada.
Thanks anyways.
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
95,873
22,121
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
Are you sure??
It doesn’t make any sense if someone is travelling outside of country and has valid pgwp can’t apply. Specially when I normally live in Canada.
Thanks anyways.
I'm just going by the details on the website. These instructions seem to make it very clearly. Specifically this bit below:

Who can apply
To be eligible for this open work permit, you must meet the following 5 requirements:

  1. Your post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
    1. expired on or after January 30, 2020, or
    2. will expire within 4 months from the date you apply for this open work permit.
  2. You were in Canada as of January 27, 2021, when the public policy took effect, and have stayed in Canada since then...

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students/pgwp-extend.html
 
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nvgajera37@gmail.com

Star Member
Feb 12, 2016
71
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Hi there,
Here is mine, but your may need to change a bit to fit your situation. Cheers!




Name:______________________
Address: ___________________
Phone: _____________________
Email: _____________________

UCI/IUC: ________________


January 31, 2021

Subject: Letter of Explanation – Open Work Permit under the Public Policy with the additional documents of expired PGWP and Visitor Record Restoration's proof and receipt


Dear Sir/Madam,

I am applying for an open work permit under the Public Policy Facilitating the Issuance of an Open Work Permit to Former Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Holders. Also, I've attached the expired PGWP, and Visitor Record Restoration's (application no. V______________) receipt and proof that I've applied for on January ___, 2021, to this letter.

Lastly, I have also attached the history of Education and Employment from the past 10 years as there is not enough space to add to imm5710e. (Appendix I: Education, Appendix II: Employment history from the past 10 years)

Please let me know if there is anything else you need or further information.

Thank you very much for taking the time and patience with my application.


Yours sincerely,

(Full name)
Can we continue working while this application being process?
 

Kk kabobo

Star Member
May 27, 2019
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Hi guys
Do we need to attached university certificate when applying for the open work under the new public policy?
 

assen89

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Jun 30, 2017
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Hey guys,

I have PGWP and it will expire in April 2021. Righ now I’m visiting my parents in India so can I apply for 18 months extension right now or I have to be there in Canada?
Yes, you still qualify because your primarily based in Canada and have a valid PGWP. Just because you take a vacation out of the country which you are eligible for, doesn't disqualify you from the policy.

You have until April 2021 when your current PGWP expires to apply and should be present in Canada.