Canada PGWP Explained: Work Permits After Graduation
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Canada PGWP Explained: Work Permits After Graduation

Umar Education Team10 September 2025

What is the PGWP?

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows international students who have graduated from a designated Canadian institution to work in Canada for up to 3 years after graduation.

Who Qualifies?

To qualify, you must have studied full-time for at least 8 months at a designated learning institution in Canada and graduated from a program of at least 8 months in duration.

Pathway to Permanent Residency

The PGWP is often the first step toward Canadian permanent residency via Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs. Canadian work experience gained on a PGWP can make you highly competitive for PR.

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