Great News for International Graduates in Canada: Extended Work Authorization Awaits!

In this video, I would like to talk about Canada increases duration of interim work authorization letters for international international graduates in Canada There’s exciting news impacting your ability to secure employment after graduation. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently implemented a change that extends the validity period of interim work authorization letters. This means more time to work legally while you wait for a final decision on your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).What are Interim Work Authorization Letters Imagine graduating from a Canadian university and wanting to hit the ground running with your career. However, your PGWP application is still being processed. This is where interim work authorization letters come in. These are official documents issued by IRCC that allow you to legally start working in Canada before a final decision is made on your PGWP , these letters were valid for 120 days. This could create anxiety for graduates waiting for their PGWP decisions. Thankfully, IRCC has extended the validity period to a much more comfortable 180 days (6 months).Benefits of Extended Work Authorization This change offers several advantages for international graduates: Reduced Stress: With an additional 60 days of authorized work, you have more breathing room to focus on your job search and secure that perfect Employability: Employers are often hesitant to hire candidates whose work authorization is about to expire. The extended validity demonstrates your ability to work legally for a longer period, making you a more attractive Transition: The extended work authorization allows for a smoother transition from your studies to your professional career in for Interim Work Authorization Letters To be eligible for an interim work authorization letter, you must meet specific criteria:Valid Study Permit: You must have held a valid study permit at the time of submitting your PGWP Completion: You must have successfully completed your program of study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).Off-Campus Work Requirements: You must have met the requirements for working off-campus without a work permit during your studies. This includes:Being a full-time student at a in a post-secondary program lasting at least 8 months. Earning a degree, diploma, or certificate upon program completion. Staying within the regular work hour limits for full-time students in Canada (except for the temporary increase from November 15th, 2022, to April 30th, 2024).Maintaining Work Authorization After 180 Days If 180 days pass and a decision on your PGWP hasn’t been reached, fret not! IRCC allows you to request continued authorization to work in Canada. This can be done conveniently through their online web Work Authorization: Travel Considerations While an interim work authorization letter allows you to work legally, it’s important to remember that it is not a travel document. If you plan to leave and re-enter Canada, you may require a valid temporary resident visa to do extended validity period for interim work authorization letters is a welcome change for international graduates in Canada. It provides more time to secure employment and eases the transition Also, In this video, I would like to cover following topic: Can I work in Canada while waiting for my PGWP? What happens if my work authorization expires in Canada? Benefits of extended work authorization for international graduates (Canada) Is an interim work authorization letter a travel document Canada? Canada Immigration Explore #Canadaimmigration #CanadaImmigrationExplore #CanadaImmigration #InternationalStudents #WorkPermitCanada #PGWP #StudyinCanada #GradLife #CareerPlanning #WorkAuthorization #CanadaJobs #Canada #Toronto #Vancouver #Montreal #InternationalGraduate #Canada2024 #NewPolicy #IRCC #ImmigrationUpdate #ApplyNow #StartWorking #GetAuthorized #WorkWhileYouWait Disclaimer: This channel is not owned by an any Canada Government Agency or an Immigration Lawyer. The contents in the channel is for informational purpose only collected from Various public domains. you may need to contact an expert immigration attorney for your specific immigration needs and more information please visit to Canada Website. I am not an immigration consultant. All videos on this channel related to immigrating to Canada is based on my research and opinion. I give all information and advices here FREE of charge. All the videos on the channel are made for educational and/or entertainment purposes. Please beware of fake people impersonating my channel to offer you jobs. I don’t have jobs to offer but I have shown you different options through my videos HOW TO IMMIGRATE TO CANADA EVEN WITHOUT AGENT. Don’t be conned. Do your due diligence before engaging anyone.
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