1. Application Form

  • Completed and signed IMM 5710 form

2. Proof of Language Test

  • Score of any English proficiency test (IELTS General Training or PTE Core or CELPIP-General) Or, Score of any French (TEF Canada or TCF Canada)
  • If you graduated with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or doctoral degree: CLB 7 in English or NCLC 7 in French in all 4 language areas.
  • If you graduated from any other university program: CLB 7 in English or NCLC 7 in French in all 4 language areas.
  • If you graduated from any other college, polytechnic or non-university program: CLB 5 in English or NCLC 5 in French in all 4 language areas.

3. Proof of Completion of Study Program

  • Official letter from your Designated Learning Institution (DLI) confirming you’ve completed your program of study (Completion Letter).
  • Final transcript (Official transcript or copy of official transcript from your institution website).

4. Passport

  • A clear copy of all pages of your passport, including:
    • Bio-data page (with your name, photo, and expiration date)
    • All stamped/marked pages.

5. Study Permit

  • Copy of your most recent immigration document (like study permit, study permit extension, co op work permit)

6. Digital Photo

  • Passport-sized photo meeting IRCC specifications:
    • Size: 35mm x 45mm
    • Neutral facial expression, plain white background.

Details: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/application-forms-guides/temporary-resident-visa-application-photograph-specifications.html

7. Immigration Medical Examination (if required)

  • Required if you intend to work in certain jobs (e.g., healthcare, childcare, primary/secondary education) or have lived in or traveled to specific countries for 6+ months in the year prior to your application.

8. Letter of Explanation (Optional)

  • A letter explaining any exceptional or unique circumstances (if applicable), such as completing a 1+1 year postgraduate program, taking an unofficial break, changing your Designated Learning Institution (DLI), studying part-time in your final semester, a delayed graduation, or any other situation that may benefit from clarification to support your application.

Additional Notes:

  • Application Timing: You must apply within 180 days of receiving confirmation of your program completion.
  • Processing Method: Applications can be submitted online through your IRCC account.
  • If your study permit has expired: You must apply for the PGWP within 90 days, pay both the work permit fees, and the $350 restoration fee. Pay the restoration fee online and upload the receipt with your PGWP application—no separate restoration application needed.

Passport Validity: Your PGWP duration cannot exceed your passport validity, so ensure your passport is valid for the desired length of the permit.

Step by step video guide on how to apply for PGWP:

Step-by-step guide to apply for PGWP in Canada (IMM Form, IELTS/CELPIP/PTE, Medical, 1+1 PG Program)