🇨🇦 Canada · Employer-sponsored work
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,852 |
| Minimum annual salary | CAD 35,000 |
| Proof of savings | €6,173 |
| Minimum investment | €30,865 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–35 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €173 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/about.html.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,852.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The post-graduation work permit (PGWP) allows students who have graduated from eligible designated learning institutions (DLIs) to gain valuable Canadian work experience.”
“The length of your PGWP depends on the level and duration of your study program... We may give you a PGWP that's valid for 3 years. You can't get a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.