Study Abroad: What to do When Canada Post-Study Work Visa Expires?

PGWP allows foreign graduates to work anywhere in Canada for up to three years. This work permit can only be extended in specific circumstances. However, some options may allow the PGWP holders to remain temporarily or even permanently in Canada.

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5 Options for PGWP Holders to Remain in Canada after their Permit Expires

Check below five options for PGWP holders to remain in Canada after their post-study work visa expires:

• Provincial Nominee Programs – Many PNPs are offered to international students in Canada who wish to settle in their province. Canada has continued to hold express entry draws for PNP recipients throughout the pandemic.
• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) – The Atlantic Immigration Program helps certain recent graduates from an Atlantic post-secondary institute become permanent residents. This program allows PGWP holders to remain in Canada before the permit expires.
• Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) – Candidates who have graduated from a publicly funded post-secondary institution in one of eleven select rural communities across Canada are eligible to apply under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP). 
• Work Permit – Work permits allow candidates to work while waiting to finalize their permanent residency application.
• Enroll in a New Post-Secondary Program – Candidates enrolled in a new post-secondary program in Canada are allowed to remain in Canada and work up to 20 hours per week. 

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