🇨🇦 Canada
Canada post study work visa options including Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP), Express Entry system, and provincial nomination programs for international graduates.
Why Canada?
Canada offers international students some of the most accessible pathways to permanent residency in the world. With the Express Entry system, Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP), and provincial nomination programs, Canada provides multiple routes to build your career and establish permanent residency.
Canada Fast Facts: 97% of PGWP holders find employment within 6 months, and Express Entry has weekly draws with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores as low as 300+.
🚀 Express Entry System
How It Works
1. Create Profile
Submit your Express Entry profile with education, work experience, language skills
2. Enter Pool
Get ranked based on Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score
3. Receive ITA
If selected in a draw, receive Invitation to Apply for permanent residency
4. Apply & Land
Submit complete application within 60 days and become permanent resident
CRS Points Breakdown
📚 Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) - Canada Post Study Work Visa
🎓 Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Completed studies at a designated learning institution (DLI)
- ✓Graduated from an eligible program (minimum 8 months)
- ✓Maintained full-time student status during studies
- ✓Applied within 180 days of receiving final marks
- ✓Valid study permit when applying
⏰ PGWP Duration
Program Length
8 months to 2 years → 8-24 months PGWP
Program Length
2 years or more → 3 years PGWP
Master's/PhD
Master's/PhD programs → 3 years PGWP
💼 Work Permit After Study in Canada
PGWP Canada Eligibility for International Graduates
The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is Canada's primary post study work visa for international students. It allows you to work for any Canadian employer and gain valuable Canadian work experience.
- ✓Work anywhere in Canada
- ✓No job offer required
- ✓Path to permanent residency
- ✓Spouse can apply for open work permit
After PGWP: Express Entry Advantage
PGWP work experience is highly valuable for Express Entry applications. Canadian work experience can earn you up to 80 CRS points.
PGWP Work Experience Benefits:
- • Up to 80 CRS points in Express Entry
- • Counts towards provincial programs
- • Pathway to permanent residency
- • No foreign credential evaluation needed
🏛️ Provincial Nomination Programs
Ontario
OINP - Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
British Columbia
BC PNP - British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program
Alberta
AINP - Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
Manitoba
MPNP - Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program
Saskatchewan
SINP - Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program
Quebec
Quebec Skilled Worker Program
Success Stories
Engineering Graduate
"After completing my master's in Toronto, I got a 3-year PGWP. Within 2 years, I received provincial nomination from Ontario and became a permanent resident through Express Entry."
Business Student
"Started with a PGWP after my MBA, gained work experience, and scored high enough in Express Entry to get ITA in my first draw. Now working as a permanent resident in Vancouver."
What's Your Next Step?
⏰ How Long Can I Stay After Graduation in Canada?
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Path to Permanent Residency
⚠️ Important Considerations
- • Timeline: Apply for PGWP within 180 days of receiving final marks
- • Study Permit: Must maintain valid study permit when applying
- • DLI: Must study at a Designated Learning Institution
- • Express Entry: PGWP work experience counts towards Express Entry points
- • Healthcare: PGWP holders may not qualify for provincial healthcare
- • Official Sources: Always check cic.gc.ca for latest information