Amid growing delays in Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) processing, thousands of international graduates across Canada are finding themselves in a stressful situation: their interim work authorization letters have expired while they are still waiting for a final decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, new clarification confirms an important message for students and employers\u2014you can continue working full-time legally<\/strong>, as long as you meet the PGWP eligibility rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This update comes at a crucial time, with work-permit processing inside Canada now taking longer than the 180-day validity typically issued on interim authorization letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Interim work authorization letters (IMM 0127 E) are provided to students who apply for the PGWP from inside Canada and are eligible to start working right away. Canadian immigration authorities have now clarified that students may continue full-time work even after the expiry date<\/strong>\u2014as long as they:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This means employers should understand that students with expiring or expired interim authorizations are still in full legal compliance<\/strong> while waiting for a decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, if the PGWP application is refused, the student must stop working immediately<\/strong> upon receiving the decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some applicants may not have received the interim work authorization letter at all. For employers who request more evidence of a worker\u2019s authorization, graduates can take additional steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applicants may request a written confirmation of their ability to work using IRCC\u2019s secure online web form. This is the official method to ask about file updates or seek clarification on work status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Graduates can also show employers supporting documents such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These documents collectively confirm ongoing eligibility to work while awaiting the PGWP outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Canada\u2019s updated guidance provides relief for thousands of graduates who feared losing income or employment because of expired interim letters. For a consultation<\/strong> about Immigration options, reach out to the CAD IMMIGRATION <\/strong>today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nGraduates Can Legally Work Even After the Authorization Letter Expires<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These letters usually show a 180-day validity, but because current processing times exceed this window, many students worry that the expiry date restricts them from working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWhat If You Never Received an Interim Work Authorization?<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In such cases, they may not be allowed to work<\/strong> until they receive official permission. It is important for these individuals to review their application documents carefully or consult a representative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1. Request Written Confirmation from IRCC<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Provide Supporting Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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As long as eligibility conditions are met, international graduates can legally continue full-time employment<\/strong> during PGWP processing\u2014even when the 180-day authorization window passes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n