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Tips for a successful BOWP application

spartan84

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Jul 26, 2013
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Jayson said:
Only principal applicant qualifies for BOWP. If she is a dependant, then she qualifies for an open permit.
thanks Jayson,
So our work permits are expiring at the same time, so will it be OK if i first apply for a BOWP, and once i get it i apply for my wife's Open work permit or we should file for both work permits at the same time ? kindly suggest
 

Jayson

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Aug 8, 2013
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spartan84 said:
thanks Jayson,
So our work permits are expiring at the same time, so will it be OK if i first apply for a BOWP, and once i get it i apply for my wife's Open work permit or we should file for both work permits at the same time ? kindly suggest
You're very welcome.
Apply for her permit once you get yours. Her permit depends on your status.
 

lrow

Star Member
Mar 16, 2010
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Jayson said:
You're very welcome.
Apply for her permit once you get yours. Her permit depends on your status.
ohh I just applied for both of us together . Will this be problem :(??

We mentioned in her form . Applying for Open Work permit dependent on Spouse Bridging OPEN Work permit .
And mentioned this in our cover letter too.

We have paid fees for both .
 

Jayson

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Aug 8, 2013
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lrow said:
ohh I just applied for both of us together . Will this be problem :(??

We mentioned in her form . Applying for Open Work permit dependent on Spouse Bridging OPEN Work permit .
And mentioned this in our cover letter too.

We have paid fees for both .
All good! Don't worry!

;)
 

waitstartedaug13

Hero Member
Aug 24, 2013
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App. Filed.......
24-01-2019
Does this mean that both principal applicant (BOWP) and spouse(Open WP) can apply for Open Work Permits at the same time as per the new BOWP bulletin ?
 

Jayson

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Aug 8, 2013
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waitstartedaug13 said:
Does this mean that both principal applicant (BOWP) and spouse(Open WP) can apply for Open Work Permits at the same time as per the new BOWP bulletin ?
Realistically, One after the other (If the principal applicant has a valid status, dependant always get one), or with a detailed cover letter as our friend did (Let's not worry him).
 

Muhas

Newbie
Sep 23, 2013
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Guys, is it advisable to include a letter of employment for your current employer in the BOWP application?

thanks!
 

iam_toby

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Feb 4, 2013
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Konan1982 said:
Q3 to Q7 leave it blank..correct?
If those are questions about the employer then yes, or put 'N/A - BOWP Application' in those fields.
I'm not sure if those are required fields or can be left blank.
 

Konan1982

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Mar 22, 2012
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iam_toby said:
If those are questions about the employer then yes, or put 'N/A - BOWP Application' in those fields.
I'm not sure if those are required fields or can be left blank.
Like i have two full time jobs..and i ll need OWP so that to continue working there..

I ll put BOWP ..
 

iam_toby

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Feb 4, 2013
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Konan1982 said:
Like i have two full time jobs..and i ll need OWP so that to continue working there..

I ll put BOWP ..
Yes, do that. Don't provide any information about employer as this might
result in a closed work permit.