The Visa Bulletin will now have two different charts because of the revised procedures. DOS will post two charts per visa preference category in the DOS Visa Bulletin. The charts are: Application Final Action Dates (dates when visas may finally be issued); and; Dates for Filing Applications (earliest dates when applicants may be able to apply).
New IRCC Update: The internet was buzzing with panic recently when Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rolled out unexpected “text changes” to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility rules on its website.. Students feared their dreams of working in Canada after graduation were slipping away. But hold onto your maple syrup—IRCC has now corrected the ...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is surveying 8 possible changes that are considered for the Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program for international students. These new reforms are being considered to align international students with labour market needs “while reducing the overall volume of PGWP holders.”
A new update allows more international students in Canada to meet the eligibility criteria for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). Previously, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that the eligibility criteria for PGWPs were being changed .
Earlier this fall, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, study permit eligibility, and work permit rules. RRC Polytech has teams across the College looking into these changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program and has completed a review of the federal government’s eligibility list. We’ve ...
On January 22nd, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced it is implementing changes to stabilize growth and decrease the number of international study permits for international students in 2024. Discover your options to study in Canada. To better align the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) with these changes, IRCC announced updates to the programs’ eligibility criteria.
Canada has made a significant update to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) rules, offering a more inclusive pathway for international students. The removal of the field-of-study requirement for graduates from college degree programs marks a notable shift in the country’s approach to international education.
Canada has introduced new regulations to refine its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Checkout the key updates to PGWP eligibility. enquiry@gcivisa.com. 12422 72 Ave #207, Surrey, BC V3W 2M5. Mon - Fri : 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Appointment. ... Canada has introduced new regulations to refine its Post-Graduation Work Permit ...
The field of immigration law is ever-changing, and recent updates to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program reflect this. These changes are crucial for international students in Canada to understand to avoid potential issues with obtaining a work permit or permanent residence.
1. New Language Proficiency Requirements. One of the most significant changes to the PGWP program is the introduction of language proficiency requirements.. The Canadian government has decided to implement this change to ensure that graduates have the necessary language skills to thrive in their post-graduate work experience and make a smoother transition to permanent residency.
In most cases, a study permit expires 90 days after the expected completion of an international student’s study program. When an eligible graduating student applies online for a PGWP before their study permit expires, they can work full-time while they wait for approval on a work permit and receive an automated letter that can be shown to employers.
Latest updates As of Jun 21, 2024, PGWP applicants can no longer apply at the Canada-US border through “flagpoling”. Learn about applying for the PGWP online. On Sep 18, 2024, IRCC announced several changes for temporary residents including new language proficiency requirements for PGWP applications as of Nov 1, 2024, and limiting work permit eligibility to spouses […]
We’ve seen major changes to Canada’s international student program in 2024. Major changes include Updated eligibility criteria for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs); Updated cost of living requirement; Closure of the Student Direct Stream and the Nigeria Student Express; Caps on study permit applications; Stricter rules for study permits; New rules regarding off-campus work hours for We ...
Changes of Post Graduation Work Permit Program 2025 The Post-Graduation Work Permit scheme, or PGWP, is accessible to recent foreign student graduates of the Canadian Government. The new grads from eligible designated learning institutions (DLIs) are given a chance to apply to stay and work in Canada for a maximum of three years in their field ...
This policy, the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), has been a major driver of the significant growth in Canada's foreign enrolment over the last decade.And it explains in part the large share of that enrolment that is distributed across one or two-year post-graduate diplomas or in college programmes of similar length.
On September 18, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided an update on new policies regarding study permits (or student visas) and Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) for international students.. This announcement outlines changes to PGWP requirements, including demonstration of English or French language proficiency and program eligibility for those applying for a ...
The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows international students who complete a qualifying program at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada to work for any employer. This permit serves as a crucial step for graduates seeking Canadian work experience, which many permanent residence (PR) programs require.
