Study Permits

Study Permits

Getting a university degree (more commonly known as a post-secondary degree) in Canada can be an effective first step in obtaining permanent residence.

If you have a degree from a Canadian university, you may be eligible to apply for permanent residence under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) or Express Entry.

You can also work off-campus for up to 20 hours per week while you’re enrolled as a student at a university in Canada.

Post-Graduation Work Permit

After you complete your post-secondary degree, you may be eligible to apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), allowing you to stay and work in Canada for up to 3 years.

With a PGWP, you can get a job with any employer, and if you work for 1,560 hours in a year, you may be eligible to apply for permanent residence under Express Entry, particularly under the Canadian Experience Class.

And if you complete a master’s degree or PhD, you may be eligible to get a nomination from a province or territory and apply for permanent residence under PNP, as well as apply for a PGWP, so that you can work and stay in Canada while your permanent residence application is processed.

Can I bring my spouse or partner and my minor children to Canada?

Yes, while you’re a student in Canada, you can bring your spouse or partner and your minor children to Canada, so that all of you can be together.

Your spouse or partner can either apply for a study permit or an open work permit, and your minor children can apply for temporary resident visas, as well as study permits if they want to study in Canada.

Book a consultation with us today, so that we can tell you more about study permits, work permits, PGWP, Express Entry, and PNP.