When restoration is required, the safest
approach is to treat the application as a status repair process and a work
permit application at the same time. The key is meeting the deadlines and
documenting compliance clearly.
1. File within 90 days of study
permit expiry and within 180 days of completion
Confirm both timelines early. A strong file
shows you are inside both windows and explains the dates clearly in a short
letter with supporting documents.
2. Prove you continued to meet study
permit conditions before expiry
Include documents that demonstrate lawful
status and compliance, such as your permit history, enrollment confirmation,
and a clear explanation if anything unusual occurred. Restoration eligibility
depends on meeting conditions before the permit expired.
3. Pay the correct fees and upload
the restoration receipt
For restoration based PGWP filings, include
proof of the PGWP fees and the restoration fee receipt in the application
upload. IRCC specifically highlights the separate payment and receipt upload
requirement due to system limitations.
4. Do not work while you are
restoring status
If your study permits expired, avoid any
work until the PGWP is approved. This is a frequent compliance issue that can
undermine restoration and the PGWP decision.
If you are applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
that involves restoring your student status, careful attention to deadlines,
compliance, and proper documentation is critical to avoid refusal.
A&M Canadian Immigration Law Corporation provides
expert guidance for PGWP applications requiring restoration. Our team helps
ensure your application meets the 90-day restoration and 180-day PGWP
deadlines, verifies compliance with study permit conditions, assists with
correct fee payments, and advises on maintaining lawful status during the
process.
If you want to strengthen your PGWP application while
restoring status,
