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Going back to school after pgwp refusal

ashleee

Full Member
Oct 7, 2020
31
1
Hello guys,
I have recently contacted an immigration consultant and talk to them about my case which was being part time for 2 semesters in my studies, therefore if I submit a pgwp application there is a high chance that it will be refused. I’ve heard about the option of going back to college and finishing a program that is at least 8 months in duration and after that applying for a pgwp.
My question is after completing the 8 months program , will I be eligible for a pgwp of 8 months right ?
To be more clear, I have already completed a 2 year program
thanks for answering
Hey Youssef, did your PGWP get approved with part time semesters? If not, what did you end up doing?
I am in the same situation as you and really worried about my options...
 

Callumjee

Hero Member
Jun 6, 2019
322
60
Hey Youssef, did your PGWP get approved with part time semesters? If not, what did you end up doing?
I am in the same situation as you and really worried about my options...
Your options would be to either go back to school or leave, as you can only get a PGWP for the length of your study program. Yes there are cases of it being approved but its still a chance you would not want to take.
 

DesiPikachu

Hero Member
Jan 13, 2021
346
161
Hey Youssef, did your PGWP get approved with part time semesters? If not, what did you end up doing?
I am in the same situation as you and really worried about my options...
You can apply for both a study permit extension (for another 8month-1yr course) and PGWP at the same time. This way you'll be hedging yourself against the risk of PGWP refusal.
 

Nm1963

Newbie
Jul 30, 2022
9
0
Hi guys,
I am going through the same situation. Immigration consultant recommended me to go back to student status with a new program (1 year program). I have provided a letter of explanation with the new application for study permit. I am wondering if there is a chance of refusal of such cases and if so, what alternatives are there such as visitor permit so I can work on the back up while my new study permit is under process.

Thank you
Really appreciate any recommendations.