Can I have both a study permit and a work permit under International Experience Canada? (2024)

FAQs

Can I have both a study permit and a work permit under International Experience Canada? ›

Yes. You can have two valid permits at the same time under International Experience Canada (IEC). If you receive an invitation to apply, you can apply for an IEC work permit even if you have a valid study permit. You can also apply for a study permit if you have a valid work permit through IEC.

1. You can't hold both (other than Coop) once you get a work permit, your study permit is invalid. 2. I also called CIC and they are sure holding an open-work-permit (BOWP/PGWP) could be valid during and after you apply a study permit.

Yes, due to a recent policy change, if you are in Canada on a visit visa, you may apply for a work permit under certain conditions. What is the process for converting a visitor visa to a work permit in Canada?

You may be eligible to work in Canada while studying, if your study permit includes a condition that says you can work on or off campus. You must also meet all the other requirements. You can only start working in Canada when you start your study program.

Yes, you can hold 2 valid work permits at the same time. You must meet the conditions listed on each work permit.

You can work up to 20 hours per week. Working more than 20 hours per week is a violation of your study permit conditions. You can lose your student status for doing this, and may not be approved for a study or work permit in the future.

Before you graduate: Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) If you wish to change your study permit to a work permit before graduating from your program, then a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from your employer is needed – with a few exceptions.

How many months does it take to process Canadian work permits? Canadian work permit processing types are typically processed within one to nine months. The processing time starts the day that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) receives your completed application and ends when they make a decision.

Yes, you can stay in Canada until we make a decision on your new work permit application. This is called maintained status.

No. Depending on your citizenship, you may need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa, as well as a work permit. Your eTA or visa will be issued to you at the same time as your work permit. You do not need to apply separately or to pay an additional fee.

What are the new rules for international students in Canada 2024? ›

Yes, international students can work more than 40 hours in Canada if their work permit specifies that they are able to work here. However, there may be some specific requirements. For example, some jobs on campus are only open to full-time students.

In response to growing labour shortages across Canada, the country's immigration department implemented a temporary policy in 2022, allowing certain international students to pursue full-time (40 hours per week) employment off-campus.

While holding multiple visas is generally permissible, understanding and adhering to the governing rules and limitations is critical to leveraging these visas effectively. Being well-informed can prevent unintended legal status violations, ensuring your travels or stay in the U.S. remain trouble-free.

There is no limit on the number of times a permit can be extended, should the individual continue to meet the eligibility conditions. Professionals working under the General Agreement on Trades in Services (GATS): A work permit under this agreement will only be valid for 90 days over a 12-month period.

How Can Open Work Permit Holders Get PR in Canada? Open work permit holders who are seeking permanent residence in Canada would need to ensure that their application for permanent residency is through one of the aforementioned pathways, such as express entry, family sponsorship, or a PNP/ business immigration program.

If you were enrolled in a program that was at least 8 months but less than 2 years, your PGWP will be valid for the same length as your study program. For example, a work permit after 1 year study in Canada will be valid for 1 year. Your work permit after 2 year study in Canada will be valid for 3 years.

The rules require that students must have completed their course of study or have a work start date that is after the completion date of their course before they can switch to the Skilled Worker visa. The new rules were officially released on 17 July 2023 and came into effect almost immediately, at 3pm on the same day.

Is education free in Canada for immigrants? Yes. Getting an education for your child in Canada is free for all newcomers to Canada, including permanent residents, work permit holders and study permit holders.