Please help with Express Entry inquiry

[areasmina]

Current CRS score: 433

25
Single
2 years of college
7.5 speaking, 7.5 listening, 7.5 reading and 7.0 writing ENG/ No French
2 years of NOC B experience (will be 3yrs in March 2019)

I came to Canada through a student visa and finished my two-year college program. Then months after college, I was approved for a PGWP and I've been working since then. Thankfully, later on, I was able to find a job that qualifies as NOC B - #2282 - and I've been working there for the past 2 years. It is worth mentioning that, it will be 3 years this May of 2019.

My 3-year PGWP expired on November 2018 and I was able to apply for an extension 3 days before the expiry date. Now 'til the date, I'm still waiting to hear back from the government to see if they have approved my extension or not.

My next step is to retake the English test one more time, study for it and get a better mark. I'm actually taking another test this next Saturday, hopefully, it goes well.

Now my questions are, how long does it usually take for them to answer, is it 90 days? How are my chances of getting an extension at this point, is it possible to get a 4th year? Any advice on what can I do to improve my current situation, just keep retaking the English test? Am I too late to do anything now?

Thanks for your time, I truly appreciate every piece of advice.

Regards,

 

[ContactFront]

Exactly what application did you submit?
PGWP can't be extended. You either apply for BOWP after submitting your PR application or switch to a closed work permit.

 

[TanuP]

Current CRS score: 433

25
Single
2 years of college
7.5 speaking, 7.5 listening, 7.5 reading and 7.0 writing ENG/ No French
2 years of NOC B experience (will be 3yrs in March 2019)

I came to Canada through a student visa and finished my two-year college program. Then months after college, I was approved for a PGWP and I've been working since then. Thankfully, later on, I was able to find a job that qualifies as NOC B - #2282 - and I've been working there for the past 2 years. It is worth mentioning that, it will be 3 years this May of 2019.

My 3-year PGWP expired on November 2018 and I was able to apply for an extension 3 days before the expiry date. Now 'til the date, I'm still waiting to hear back from the government to see if they have approved my extension or not.

My next step is to retake the English test one more time, study for it and get a better mark. I'm actually taking another test this next Saturday, hopefully, it goes well.

Now my questions are, how long does it usually take for them to answer, is it 90 days? How are my chances of getting an extension at this point, is it possible to get a 4th year? Any advice on what can I do to improve my current situation, just keep retaking the English test? Am I too late to do anything now?

Thanks for your time, I truly appreciate every piece of advice.

Regards,

Are you sure you're calculating it correct ? If you have Canadian education and local work experience , 433 seems low.

Perfect ielts is 8777 (lwrs). Good luck for the exam, hope your score is bumped up

 

[areasmina]

Exactly what application did you submit?
PGWP can't be extended. You either apply for BOWP after submitting your PR application or switch to a closed work permit.

Thanks for your answer. I thought I could apply for an open work permit with the same employer, so I sent an application before my postgraduate permit expired.

 

[areasmina]

Are you sure you're calculating it correct? If you have Canadian education and local work experience, 433 seems low.

Perfect ielts is 8777 (lwrs). Good luck for the exam, hope your score is bumped up

Thanks! Hopefully, everything goes well.

 

[ContactFront]

Thanks for your answer. I thought I could apply for an open work permit with the same employer, so I sent an application before my postgraduate permit expired.

No you can't. Your application will be rejected.
If you wish to remain in Canada for a little longer, you could submit an application to restore status as a visitor but you won't be able to work.

 

[TanuP]

Thanks for your answer. I thought I could apply for an open work permit with the same employer, so I sent an application before my postgraduate permit expired.

A pgwp is a one time work permit and cannot be extended.
You may be able to apply for a bridging open work permit. Check http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=676&top=29