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Post-Graduation Work Permit

Documents and eligibility gates

Every requirement below is quoted verbatim from the official IRCC source and linked back to it. Navisa reads and cites the governing text rather than restating a document name from memory. This is a reference summary, not immigration advice, and it does not replace review by a licensed RCIC.

Documents and eligibility gates

Every requirement below is quoted verbatim from the official source and linked back to it. Navisa reads and cites the governing text rather than restating a document name from memory. This is a reference summary, not immigration advice, and it does not replace review by a licensed RCIC.

Eligibility gate
PGWP requires completion of an eligible Canadian program of study.
Eligibility gateexhibitors
Exhibitors who are citizens of the U.S. or Mexico who merely take orders for goods from the general public that will be delivered to the customer after the seller returns to their home country do not require work permits.
Eligibility gategats_professionals
be a citizen of a Member nation of the World Trade Organization (WTO) or hold permanent resident status in Australia, New Zealand, Armenia or Switzerland
Eligibility gate
The temporary entry provisions of Chapter 10 of the CETA are restricted to the following 27 European Union countries
Eligibility gatebachelors_masters_doctoral_graduates
You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 7 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French in all 4 language areas.
Eligibility gate
The applicant must demonstrate that they have attained a language proficiency of level 5 in the Canadian Language Benchmarks or the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens in either English or French, for each of the 4 language skill areas: reading, writing, speaking, listening
Eligibility gatecollege_polytechnic_non_university
You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 5 in French in all 4 language areas
Eligibility gatecollege_polytechnic_non_university_graduates
You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 5 in French in all 4 language areas.
Eligibility gatebachelor_master_doctoral_degree
You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 7 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French in all 4 language areas
Eligibility gate
If you apply on or after November 1, 2024, you **must** provide proof of English or French language skills.
Eligibility gateflight_school
You completed a flight training course at a DLI training centre and now have a Canadian commercial pilot's license
Eligibility gatecollege_polytechnic_non_university
you must have graduated in an eligible field of study
Eligibility gate
for graduates who apply for their study permit on or after November 1, 2024, proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study (if applicable)
Eligibility gatepgwp
Graduates of certain designated learning institutions are eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
Eligibility gate
In most cases, you should pay a biometrics fee **when you submit your application**.
Eligibility gate
**Make sure you pay both the open work permit holder fee and the work permit fee.**
Eligibility gate
for applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024, proof of language ability (if applicable)
Eligibility gate
If you want to work in an occupational setting that requires a medical exam, you also need to complete an upfront medical exam.
Eligibility gate
proof that you've completed your studies
Eligibility gate
Your proof must be from a PGWP-eligible designated learning institution (DLI) and program
Eligibility gate
be currently employed in an [executive, managerial](#s3.8), **or** [specialized knowledge](#s3.9) capacity by an enterprise of a [multinational corporation](#s3.3) (MNC) outside of Canada
Eligibility gate
be transferring for a temporary period in the **same capacity** from the foreign enterprise of an MNC to the Canadian enterprise
Eligibility gate
their position in the foreign enterprise must remain available for them to return to at the end of their assignment in Canada
Eligibility gatecontract_service_providers
Foreign service providers who are supervisory personnel working under contract for foreign events require work permits. Work permits for this purpose do not require an LMIA (C10), as long as the supervisors will be directing local hires.
Eligibility gate
Certain employers, including all of the following, are exempt from the compliance regime: foreign governments; international organizations recognized under the Foreign Missions and International Organizations Act; foreign missions (embassies or consular generals) in Canada where the foreign national is not accredited by Global Affairs Canada; international bridge or tunnel authorities with foreign employees working on Canadian soil
Eligibility gate
To be eligible for the reciprocity exemption, the foreign national must have an offer of employment that is for a residential camp
Eligibility gate
I certify that I will provide the foreign national with employment in the same occupation as that set out in the foreign national's offer of employment and with wages and working conditions that are substantially the same as — but not less favourable than — those set out in the offer.
Eligibility gatecontract_service_providers
All foreign service providers working under contract to Canadian events require work permits. Work permits for this purpose require an LMIA.
Eligibility gateacademic_award_recipients_c52
be offered a position by a credible Canadian academic or educational institution or agency, or a closely affiliated organization
Eligibility gatemedical_residents
be offered a residency position that is not publicly funded in Canada
Eligibility gatetfwp_without_pr_pathway
Since November 30, 2014, foreign nationals who have job offers and LMIAs for in-home caregiving occupations (live-in and live-out) have had their work permits assessed and processed as part of the general temporary foreign worker stream.
Eligibility gate
the foreign national has been offered employment
Eligibility gate
To be eligible for the reciprocity exemption under C20, the applicant must have an offer of employment that would create or maintain reciprocal employment of Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada in other countries.
Eligibility gateflight_school
You have or are getting an instructor's rating and have a job offer as a flight instructor from a DLI flight training centre
Eligibility gateconstruction_apprentice_study_exempt
have a job offer in a construction occupation identified as in-shortage
Eligibility gate
a period of 6 months has elapsed since the cessation of the unauthorized work or study or failure to comply with a condition
Eligibility gate
Since the expectation is that the worker should be able to perform the work sought immediately on arrival, a reasonable period would be within 4 months (i.e., qualifying after a maximum of one semester of studies).
Eligibility gate
you apply for your PGWP within 180 days of confirmation that you completed your program of study
Eligibility gate
Your test results must be **less than 2 years old** when you submit your application.
Eligibility gatepost_secondary_coop_c32
The work cannot form more than 50% of the total program of study
Eligibility gate
proof that you were enrolled in full-time studies for a program that was 8 months or longer
Eligibility gate
have been in continuous employment at the foreign enterprise of an MNC, in a similar position outside Canada, for at least 1 year (full-time) in the previous 3-year period from the date of initial application
Eligibility gate
you completed a program of study at a PGWP-eligible designated learning institution that was at least 8 months long (or 900 hours for Quebec programs)
Eligibility gateairline_personnel_operational_technical_ground
operational, technical and ground personnel of foreign commercial airlines require work permits but are labour market impact assessment (LMIA)–exempt under the Canada–International Non–Trade Agreements [R204(a) – T11] of the International Mobility Program
Eligibility gateairline_personnel_station_manager
station managers are LMIA-exempt and may be considered as Intra-company transferees (ICT) – [R205(a) – C62] provided they meet the guidelines of the International Mobility Program
Eligibility gate
in-Canada permanent resident applicants and their family members who are members of the following classes, determined eligible for permanent resident status: live-in caregiver, spouse or common-law partner, protected persons, persons filing an application on humanitarian and compassionate grounds
Eligibility gate
CCFTA facilitates temporary entry for citizens of Chile who are engaged in the trade of goods, the provisions of services, or the conduct of investment activities.
Eligibility gateairline_personnel_security_guard
foreign airline security guards are LMIA–exempt and may be considered under Significant benefit to Canada [R205(a) – C10]
Eligibility gate
Officers must not process applications for new work permits made by foreign nationals under subparagraph 200(1)(c)(iii) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) (i.e., with a labour market impact assessment
Eligibility gatefilm_and_recording_studio_users
Individuals and groups who purchase services or rent equipment from recording and film studios in Canada may be authorized to enter Canada without work permits if they meet the criteria of R187.
Eligibility gateinterim_pathway_for_caregivers
be the principal applicant on an APR under the Interim Pathway for Caregivers
Eligibility gate
a positive determination under paragraphs 203(1)(a) to (g) has been made
Eligibility gate
have obtained an offer of employment number (A#) from an employer located in Quebec for employment in Quebec
Eligibility gatecsq_outside_quebec_a76
intend to work and reside in Quebec
Eligibility gate
currently reside in Quebec
Eligibility gate
R187(2)(c) gives the specific example of persons selling goods and services, who meet that definition as long as they are not selling to the general public.
Eligibility gate
Not included in R186(j) are commercial speakers who are hired by a Canadian entity to provide training services, or guest instructors of a particular sport coming to teach weekend seminars.
Eligibility gate
To restore your status as a student, you must - apply online for your PGWP and pay the correct fee ($255), **and** - pay the fee to restore your status as a student ($396.25)
Eligibility gate
Your study permit must be **valid (not expired) at the time** you submit your application to be eligible to work in Canada while awaiting a decision on your PGWP application.
Eligibility gate
If you don’t change your status to visitor and your study permit expires, you have **up to 90 days** after your study permit expires to apply for a PGWP and restore your status as a student.
Eligibility gate
you maintained full-time status as a student in Canada during each semester of your study program
Eligibility gate
your study permit was valid at some point during the 180 days after you completed your program of study
Eligibility gate
be **employed** or will be employed in a low-skilled occupation ([TEER 4 or 5](https://noc.esdc.gc.ca/Structure/Matrix)) (see [Note](#s0))
Eligibility gateinnovation_stream
Applicants must have an offer of employment in a TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 occupation
Eligibility gategss_priority_processing
The applicant has an offer of employment to perform work in an occupation listed in Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) category 0 or 1 of the National Occupational Classification.
Eligibility gatespouse_high_skilled_worker_c41
be employed or will be employed in a - (1) TEER occupation category 0 (management) or TEER 1 (professional) occupation, or - (2) TEER occupation category 2 or 3 in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes stated in Annex A;
Required document
an authorization letter from [AAIT](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/) permitting a requesting employer to hire temporary foreign workers in specified occupations for specialty work, generally for shorter periods of time. This authorization must be obtained prior to the temporary foreign worker coming to Canada;
Required document
a valid [_AAIT Qualification Certificate Program (QCP)_](/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/foreign-workers/assessing-temporary-foreign-worker-eligibility-work-alberta-compulsory-certification-trade-position.html) approval letter obtained prior to coming to Canada;
Required document
In situations where the translation cannot be provided by a certified translator, it must be accompanied by an affidavit swearing to the accuracy of the translation and the language proficiency of the translator.
Required documentagri_food_pilot_exception
Family members of principal applicants under the Agri-Food Pilot must provide a copy of the acknowledgement of receipt letter that the Agri-Food Pilot principal applicant received from IRCC.
Required document
a valid [Alberta Equivalency Document](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/experiencedworkers/equivalency-program/);
Required document
a valid Alberta Qualification Certificate;
Required document
All documents have been submitted.
Required document
The FW should be advised to submit a completed Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay, or Remain in Canada to the address below, prior to the expiry of their current work permit.
Required document
1 photo meeting the visa photo specifications
Required documentagri_food_pilot
Applicants under the AFP, the caring for children class and the caring for people with high medical needs class are issued an approval in principle letter or eligibility letter upon receiving a positive eligibility assessment on their APR and must provide a copy of this letter with their open work permit application.
Required document
proof that they have met the APR stage corresponding to their permanent residence class and application submission, as stated in the General eligibility section
Required document
If the applicant took a period of leave that was authorized by their DLI at any time during their studies, they must include, with their application, documentation that proves the leave was authorized by the DLI.
Required document
proof that your DLI authorized the leave
Required documentacademic_award_recipients_c52
evidence of the award received (letter from the entity providing the award that details how it meets the award criteria)
Required documentglobal_skills_strategy
Applicants must obtain their biometrics within 2 weeks of the date of application.
Required document
You must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application. Otherwise you may experience delays.
Required document
proof of business funds to run or establish the business separate from the support funds
Required document
a valid Canadian provincial or territorial trade certificate recognized by Alberta (**see Note**);
Required documentamerican_federation_of_musicians
They must possess a letter from the CFM identifying them as participants in the Cultural Exchange Program, and indicating that it would be appropriate for them to work in Canada provided they meet the usual requirements of a temporary resident.
Required documentgats_professionals
proof that they are a citizen of a WTO Member nation, or that they hold the right of permanent residence in Australia, New Zealand, Armenia or Switzerland
Required documentfilm_co_producers
The worker should also present a copy of their contract with the Canadian or foreign co-producer.
Required documentfilm_co_producers
The foreign worker must present a letter issued by the Canadian co-producer confirming that a co-production agreement has been signed and specifying what role the foreign worker will fill in the production.
Required documentflight_school
Canadian commercial pilot’s license
Required document
All the questions on the application form are answered.
Required documentglobal_skills_strategy
The applicant must submit a complete e-application on or after June 12, 2017, along with supporting documentation.
Required documentquebec_schools
the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program
Required documentquebec_schools
the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program or an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school
Required document
confirmation that you completed your program of study
Required documentpgwp
certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program
Required document
an official letter from the applicant’s DLI confirming that they have met the requirements to complete their program of study
Required document
evidence that the foreign national has been employed continuously outside of Canada by the foreign enterprise of an MNC for 1 year (full-time) within the 3-year period immediately preceding the initial date of application
Required documentquebec_imp_plus_a76
a CSQ as described under Eligibility requirements
Required document
hold a CSQ in one of the two economic immigration programs for skilled workers or in one of Quebec’s three permanent immigration pilot programs (PP)
Required document
proof that the foreign national is currently employed by an enterprise of an MNC outside Canada and their employment is in an executive or managerial capacity or one involving specialized knowledge
Required documentminor_child_under_17
The applicant must submit a notarized declaration signed by the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) in the country of origin, as well as one signed by the custodian in Canada, stating that arrangements have been made for the custodian to act in place of a parent.
Required document
To work in Canada after you graduate, you need a work permit. Graduates of certain designated learning institutions are eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
Required document
an education credential from the DLI
Required document
proof that the foreign national has the education and experience to perform the work sought in Canada
Required documentpgwp_completion
a degree, diploma or certificate from a credit-earning program
Required documentpgwp
an official transcript or a copy of your transcript from your school’s website
Required document
If you’re required to provide proof that you graduated from an eligible field of study, you must upload it in the “Client information” section of your account.
Required document
proof of payment of the employer compliance fee
Required documentpost_doctoral_fellow_c44
proof of payment of the employer compliance fee
Required documentacademic_award_recipients_c52
proof of payment of the employer compliance fee
Required documentalternate_submission_authorized
the receipt number for the employer compliance fee is valid or the employer has indicated a fee exemption (this information is captured separately from the work permit processing fee information in the “Fees” view tab in GCMS)
Required document
a copy of the confirmation of employment letter (an employer reference letter) from their employer or a job contract covering the period of time when they submitted their permanent residence application.
Required document
proof that the principal foreign national is enrolled in or attending a PGWP-eligible study program and DLI
Required document
the exchange agreement between the Canadian/permanent resident and foreign parties
Required document
Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: feasibility studies and marketing plans.
Required document
payment of the work permit processing fee, the open work permit holder fee and, if applicable, the restoration fee
Required documentseafood_plant_priority_processing
full payment upfront to expedite processing and issuance
Required document
Study program requirements include both - proof of language skills - field of study requirements (if applicable)
Required documentpgwp
you must include proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study
Required document
if applicable, evidence that the applicant has completed a program in an eligible field of study
Required document
If you're required to provide proof that you graduated from an eligible field of study, you must upload it in the "Client information" section of your account.
Required document
that evidence of financial resources has been provided for the applicant and any accompanying family members for the first year of the course of study
Required documentflight_school
job offer as a flight instructor from a DLI flight training centre
Required document
for applications submitted on or after June 15, 2023, proof of the ability to communicate (speaking and listening) equivalent to a CLB or NCLC level 5 or higher in French
Required document
evidence that the applicant was enrolled in full-time studies in a program of study that was 8 months or longer, which will generally be their list of classes and marks in the form of an official transcript issued by their DLI or a transcript copy from their DLI’s website
Required document
proof that other requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the IRPR are met, for example, sufficient funds (housing costs, daily living expenses, etc.) to support themselves that are separate from those of the principal foreign national
Required documentinnovation_stream
proof that the employer is on the list of employers who are participating in the GHP
Required documentcultural_agreements
for cultural agreements, applicants should include a letter from the appropriate governing body
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status_family_members
A copy of the IMM 0008 form for the PR application in which the principal applicant listed the name of their family members.
Required document
a completed Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker form [IMM 5710 (PDF, 442 KB)]
Required documentalternate_submission_authorized
a copy of the completed IMM 5802 form is included with the work permit application
Required documentrefugee_claimants_r206_1_a
A foreign national may apply for a work permit by submitting the work permit application [IMM 5710 (PDF, 576 KB)] by paper or applying online if they did not apply via the "Schedule 12" form or the Portal.
Required documentquebec_imp_plus_a76
documents demonstrating their intent to reside in Quebec
Required document
If they were authorized to work without a work permit under a public policy until a decision is made on their work permit application, a copy of the interim work authorization approval.
Required documentquebec_imp_plus_a76
a letter of invitation to submit a work permit application from the Government of Quebec
Required documentconstruction_apprentice_study_permit_exempt
proof of a job in a construction occupation identified as in-shortage, such as a letter of offer
Required documentseafood_plant_priority_processing
a copy of their job offer or contract
Required documentemployers_exempt_from_compliance_regime
The foreign national must still provide a copy of their job offer or contract with the work permit application.
Required documentinnovation_stream
proof that the applicant meets the job requirement
Required document
upload a document with your results from the language averaging tool and an explanation of why you weren’t able to complete all sections of your language test in the “client information” section of your application
Required document
Application forms must be in English or French.
Required document
for PGWP applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024 (unless exempt), evidence demonstrating that they meet the minimum language level in the CLB in English or the NCLC in French for each of the 4 language skill areas (reading, writing, listening and speaking), as per the eligibility requirements
Required document
proof of language skills
Required documentbachelors_masters_doctoral
Study program requirements include both proof of language skills field of study requirements (if applicable)
Required documentpgwp_language
you must provide proof of English or French language skills
Required document
Language test results provided as proof of language proficiency must be: from an IRCC-approved test; less than 2 years old on the date of PGWP application
Required document
a Letter of acceptance has been provided, unless exempted under R219(2)
Required documentstudy_permit_extension
Minor children are required to submit a letter of acceptance when applying to extend their study permit.
Required documentvulnerable_workers_owp
Temporary foreign workers should include in their online application a letter of explanation detailing the abuse or risk of abuse and any other supporting evidence of the abuse if applicable
Required document
a letter of introduction from the enterprise that specifies the unique skills and experience required for the position
Required documentseafood_plant_priority_processing
a copy of the valid LMIA
Required document
You must get a medical exam within 90 days of your arrival. You will need a chest X-ray and blood test.
Required document
proof of a medical exam
Required documentglobal_skills_strategy
Applicants must submit their medical examination documentation up front (where required by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the IRPR.
Required document
proof that the applicant meets the employment requirements, as specified for the occupation in the NOC
Required documentgats_professionals
evidence that they hold an occupation identified in GATS Professional Occupations & Qualification Requirements
Required document
Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: an offer for a new contract
Required documentccfta_extension
To extend an FTA work permit, the employer must submit a new offer of employment and the applicant must comply with regular work permit extension requirements.
Required documentgats_professionals
an offer of employment submitted through the Employer Portal or through alternate means if authorized
Required documentpost_doctoral_fellow_c44
an offer of employment number generated by the Employer Portal when the Canadian institution submits the offer
Required documentacademic_award_recipients_c52
an offer of employment number generated by the Employer Portal when the Canadian institution submits the offer
Required document
an official transcript issued by their DLI
Required document
a valid out of-country trade certificate recognized as equivalent by Alberta ([recognized certificates](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/experiencedworkers/recognized-trade-certificate/));
Required document
supporting documentation that shows the degree of ownership of the business
Required documenthk_owp_apr_applicant
Copy of HKSAR or BNO passport
Required document
a photocopy of your passport or travel document
Required document
a foreign national is required by regulation to hold a passport that is valid for the period authorized for their stay, unless the applicant is exempted (such as U.S. nationals).
Required documenthk_owp_apr_applicant
Payment receipt in the Proof of Fee Exemption slot
Required documentpost_doctoral_fellow_c44
copy of their PhD or proof that it will be issued shortly
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status_family_members
Be physically present in Canada
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status
Be physically present in Canada and have continuously resided in Canada since December 16, 2021
Required documentpnp_non_express_entry
The applicants are required to provide proof of the acknowledgement of receipt letter for their permanent residence application.
Required documentpnp
provided with their application a copy of the nomination letter issued by the nominating province or territory that indicates their employment is unrestricted
Required document
Depending on your situation, you may need to pay third parties for: police certificates
Required document
All camp counsellor applicants are required to include a police certificate with their work permit application. The police certificate must be in English or French. Applicants are required to provide a police certificate from their current country of residence, and the police certificate should be dated no more than 6 months before the date the application is submitted.
Required document
Applicants must also provide a police certificate for any country where they have lived for 6 consecutive months or more since the age of 18.
Required documentglobal_skills_strategy
This includes providing police certificates, if required by the migration office instructions of their region as part of the work permit application.
Required documentacademic_award_recipients_c52
evidence of how the position offered reflects their expertise and experience and how the role that they will play on the project is suitable (for example, an undergraduate student is unlikely to lead a research project on their own)
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status
Proof that PR application has been submitted and accepted into processing
Required documentquebec_imp_plus_a76
if the applicant has submitted an application for permanent residence to IRCC under 1 of Quebec’s economic immigration streams they must provide 1 of the following documents: proof of the application submission such as an email confirmation (with an X number) an acknowledgment of receipt letter (with an E number) or an approval in principle letter
Required document
evidence that their principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 16 months or longer after the receipt date of the spousal’s work permit application
Required documentprincipal_foreign_national_is_open_work_permit_holder_or_work_permit_exempt
evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 0,1, or select 2 or 3 occupation at the time of the spousal’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered.
Required document
evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 0,1, 2 or 3 occupation at the time of the family member’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered
Required document
a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract
Required documentprincipal_foreign_national_is_open_work_permit_holder_or_work_permit_exempt
a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract
Required documentprincipal_open_work_permit_or_exempt
a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract
Required document
evidence that the principal foreign national is, or will be employed in, a TEER category 0 or 1, or select 2 or 3 occupation:
Required document
evidence that the principal foreign national is or will be employed in, in TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3 occupation
Required document
if the principal foreign national’s work permit was issued based on an LMIA, evidence that the LMIA was not in the following streams: SAWP, agricultural stream, low-wage stream
Required document
evidence that the principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 6 months or longer after the receipt date of the family member’s work permit application
Required documentprincipal_open_work_permit_or_exempt
evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 4 or 5 occupation at the time of the family member’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered
Required document
evidence that the principal foreign national is or will be employed in, in TEER category 4 or 5 occupation
Required document
evidence that their principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 6 months or longer after the receipt date of the family member’s work permit application
Required documentgats_professionals
where required, documentation from the professional association in Canada by the applicable provincial/territorial government indicating that the foreign national’s academic credentials and professional qualifications have been duly recognized
Required documentgats_professionals
evidence that the foreign national has the professional qualifications as detailed in GATS Professional Occupations & Qualification Requirements (copies of degrees, diplomas, professional licences, accreditation or registration, etc.)
Required document
When you apply for your PGWP, you need one of the following to prove you’ve completed your studies: - a degree, diploma or certificate from a credit-earning program (except flight school programs) - A credit-earning program gives official credits toward a degree, diploma or certificate at a college or university. - an official letter from your school - an official transcript or a copy of your transcript from your school’s website
Required document
If you have to meet a field of study requirement for your study program , you must include proof that you graduated in an [eligible field of study](/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/eligibility/field-of-study.html) when submitting your PGWP application.
Required document
When you apply for your PGWP, you must prove that you were enrolled in full-time studies. You can prove this by submitting - an official transcript issued by your DLI - a copy of your official transcript from your DLI’s website
Required document
If you apply on or after November 1, 2024, you **must** provide proof of English or French language skills.
Required documentinland_application
They must provide proof of their academic status in Canada (e.g., a letter from the institution confirming enrolment) and proof of their parent’s status in Canada, if applicable.
Required document
proof that you've completed your studies
Required document
for graduates who apply for their study permit on or after November 1, 2024, proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study (if applicable)
Required document
proof that you were enrolled in full-time studies for a program that was 8 months or longer
Required document
confirm that proof of identity, such as a valid passport or travel document has been provided
Required document
for applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024, proof of language ability (if applicable)
Required documentunenforceable_removal_order_r206_1_b
The applicant must demonstrate that they were unable to obtain a passport because of circumstances beyond their control (for example, by providing a refusal letter resulting from a passport application submission or a confirmation from the CBSA that they are unable to obtain a travel document).
Required document
Proof of payment has been submitted.
Required document
Principal applicants must provide a copy of the confirmation email stating that IRCC has received their application.
Required document
proof of upfront medical exam (if applicable)
Required document
an approved Request for Extension of the QCP-Work Experience Application Program letter that indicates AAIT’s approval for the temporary foreign worker’s extended participation in the QCP, the completion of which was delayed due to circumstances beyond the temporary foreign workers’ control.
Required document
proof that the enterprise of an MNC outside of Canada has a qualifying relationship with an enterprise that is doing business in Canada
Required documentquebec_vocational_graduates
They have submitted an official letter from the institution outlining the duration of the program of study (in hours or months) to facilitate the processing and issuance of the PGWP and to confirm the duration of the work authorization.
Required document
If the principal applicant has not submitted an application for permanent residence to IRCC, they must provide their letter of acceptance from Quebec with their name
Required documentquebec_vocational_graduates
They include one of the following in the work permit application: the credential; an official attestation of program completion; an official transcript from a Quebec school board or private institution recognized by the MEES in support of the work permit application.
Required documentexemption_from_open_work_permit_restrictions_for_spouses_of_foreign_trained_health_care_professionals_in_quebec
the principal foreign national’s letter of selection signed by Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI), Quebec’s Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS), and Quebec’s Ministry of Higher Education (MES).
Required documentquebec_schools
an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school
Required documentquebec_schools
an official letter from the school that confirms the length of the study program and the program code
Required documentpgwp
official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school
Required document
a letter from the receiving Canadian institution
Required documentconstruction_apprentice_study_permit_exempt
proof of their apprenticeship agreement with the employer for the work described in the job offer that is registered with the relevant provincial or territorial apprenticeship and certification authority
Required document
To work in a regulated profession or trade and use a reserved title, the worker must obtain a licence or a certificate of qualification from the appropriate regulatory (licensing) body.
Required document
proof that the applicant is the genuine spouse of a principal foreign national who is a valid study permit holder (for example, a marriage certificate or Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409]), or other proof of relationship
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status_family_members
Proof of relationship (for example, a marriage certificate, Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409], birth certificate of a common child that shows both parents’ names)
Required documentquebec_imp_plus_a76
proof of residency outside Quebec
Required document
you must pay the fees to restore your status as a student online and attach a copy of the receipt to your PGWP online application
Required document
a copy of their job offer, contract or letter from the applicable foreign ministry of labour
Required document
a copy of the valid LMIA
Required documentrefugee_claimants_r206_1_a
Refugee claimants may apply for a work permit by completing the Schedule 12 - Additional Information – Refugee Claimants Inside Canada (IMM 0008 - Schedule 12) (PDF, 1.92 MB) and indicating on the form that they wish to apply for a work permit.
Required documentpgwp_completion
an official letter from your school
Required documentquebec_schools
an official letter from the school that confirms the length of the study program and the program code, and either the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program or an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school
Required documentconstruction_apprentice_study_permit_exempt
request for consideration under this public policy by self-identifying using the electronic means made available on the department’s website (web form) or an alternate format provided by the department (telephone) if the foreign national or their representative are unable to use the web form
Required document
Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: a service contract extension justification from the offering enterprise
Required documentgats_professionals
copy of a signed contract between the foreign service provider and the Canadian service consumer: the contract may have been signed by a foreign service provider located in any Member nation (Group 1 Occupations) or granted by Canadian company engaged in substantive business in Canada, with the foreign service provided having no commercial presence in Canada (e.g., no office, branch, or subsidiary) (Group 2 Occupations)
Required document
All required forms are signed.
Required document
supporting documentation that shows how the work of the foreign national will create or maintain significant cultural, social or economic benefit
Required document
how the work of the foreign national will create or maintain significant cultural, social or economic benefit, such as market expansion, significant opportunities for employment in the area, advancement of existing technology or processes in Canadian industries
Required documentpgwp
your study permit was valid at some point during the 180 days after you completed your program of study
Required document
Application for Study Permit Made Outside of Canada form [IMM 1294] (overseas) or Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Student form [IMM 5709] (in Canada)
Required document
proof of support funds
Required document
an indication of the temporary nature of their stay to satisfy an officer that their stay is temporary or seasonal and that they will leave Canada and are not attempting to become de facto residents
Required document
an indication of the temporary nature of their stay to satisfy an officer that they will leave Canada and are not attempting to become de facto permanent residents
Required document
a transcript copy from their DLI’s website
Required document
evidence that the program or programs of study have been completed, in the form of one of the following documents: a transcript copy from their DLI’s website
Required document
supporting documents that are in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by an official translation of the original document, or of a certified copy of the original document in English or French.
Required document
A letter from the relevant union for the occupation or the guild that oversees the occupation helps demonstrate the benefit to Canada’s film industry. This letter should be included with the work permit application
Required document
Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: updated business plans
Required document
If you want to work in an occupational setting that requires a medical exam, you also need to complete an upfront medical exam.
Required documentconstruction_apprentice_study_permit_exempt
proof they hold a valid work permit
Required document
If they were exempt from the work permit requirement under section R186, a copy of a visitor record or other satisfactory evidence.
Required documentinnovation_stream
proof that the employer meets the wage requirements
Required document
the work contract (if it provides evidence of reciprocity)
Required document
proof that the work location is outside Quebec
Required document
an application for a work permit
Required document
If they were authorized to work in Canada under section R200 or R201, a copy of their work permit that covers the date of permanent residence application submission.
Required documenthome_care_worker_immigration_pilot_out_of_status
Had a work permit at some point during that period

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