Post Graduate Work Permit Processing Time (PGWP)

[Naturgrl]

Question

can I leave Canada while waiting for PGWP or will that effect the process ?

Yes you can. You need a valid TRV to return.

 

[raynadukkandy]

here it says we have to apply for a continued proof of authorization using web forms . But of course no response from them..

Letter validity

Officers should understand that the validity date of the letter in no way overrides the authority of paragraph R186(w), which allows foreign nationals who meet the requirements to continue working until a final decision is made on their work permit application.


The letter has a 120-day validity from the date of receipt, which corresponds with IRCC’s service standard for in-Canada applications. Historically, IRCC meets its service standard more than 90% of the time; therefore, only a few applicants will require a new letter. Most should receive a decision before the 120 days have expired.

If the 120 days have passed and no decision has been rendered

In cases where the 120 days have passed and no decision has been rendered, the applicant may request continued proof of authorization to work using the IRCC web form.


Client Support Centre (CSC) agents can follow their standard procedures to respond.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/post-graduation-work-permit-program/permit.html

Yes , that's true but paragraph R186(w) still prevails despite the date mentioned in the WP EXT letter.
Refer : "... Officers should understand that the validity date of the letter in no way overrides the authority of paragraph R186(w), which allows foreign nationals who meet the requirements to continue working until a final decision is made on their work permit application. ..."

 

[Govardhan7]

Any October approvals today..?

 

[Vinoth95]

Any October approvals today..?

Are October applications still pending? I thought they moved to Nov and Dec?

 

[Govardhan7]

Are October applications still pending? I thought they moved to Nov and Dec?

Applied October 21 still waiting. Inland from Ottawa.

 

[Sathishp1903]

I applied on Dec 3rd and yet to hear any information. I saw someone posting their application on Dec 3rd is on review. Did he/she fill any form to accelerate their process?

 

[jjj123545]

Dec 23 still waiting

 

[Miracle2018]

Waiting for 7th Dec application filed date .

 

[pilotakram]

November 13th waiting ...

 

[ali9797]

Dec 23rd waiting...

 

[Sathishp1903]

I am planning to apply visa for my parents to attend my convocation in June. Do you think I should just apply with my work permit application as proof or wait till I get my permit. This wait time is super annoying.

 

[Naturgrl]

I am planning to apply visa for my parents to attend my convocation in June. Do you think I should just apply with my work permit application as proof or wait till I get my permit. This wait time is super annoying.

They are applying for a visitor visa, not you. Not sure where they live but they shouldn’t delay. They need to show funds, travel history, and ties home country. You provide a letter of invitation so it doesn’t matter if you have a study or work permit.

 

[ali9797]

It's been almost a week that no one posted for approval on this thread. What do you think?

 

[Sathishp1903]

It's been almost a week that no one posted for approval on this thread. What do you think?

Exactly. I was wondering the same.

 

[sarper61]

16th of November/ PGWP and open work Permit for my wife. Still no news..