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Still awaiting PGWP application - Requested for extension of work authorization letter- when will IRCC reply for webform raised on 8th Dec 2022?

QueenBee27

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Dec 14, 2022
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I applied for PGWP on 4th Sep 2022. Its been 101 days and still I havent received any update on my application. I lost a lot of potential job offers due to the implied visa status and finally got an entry level full-time job in IT in November. On the work authorization letter provided by IRCC, the validity date is 3rd Jan 2023 and I have raised a webform and requested an extension of date on the work authorization letter.
How long does IRCC take to respond to webform? I am stressed, if I dont receive the extension letter on time, it may jeopardize the job I hold now. Is there a way to expedite my request? Will contacting local MP help me?
Kindly help me with answers.
 

SKant

Star Member
Apr 16, 2022
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In my personal opinion: you will maintain an implied status until IRCC provides a decision on your application. the 120-day expiry was an older system when PGWPs were being processed within 120 days. This is not the case anymore.

Read more: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/post-graduation-work-permit-program/permit.html

From the same page, see this screenshot: https://ibb.co/yP3xb9D
 

QueenBee27

Newbie
Dec 14, 2022
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Thank you @SKant. I previously shared these links with my current employer. But, they are reluctant to consider as they are general information and not case-specific.
Will contacting Local MP help speedup the process?
 

kagaya

Star Member
Jan 13, 2014
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In my personal opinion: you will maintain an implied status until IRCC provides a decision on your application. the 120-day expiry was an older system when PGWPs were being processed within 120 days. This is not the case anymore.

Read more: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/post-graduation-work-permit-program/permit.html

From the same page, see this screenshot: https://ibb.co/yP3xb9D
Did IRCC response? Did you seek help from your local MP?

My sister is in the same situation where her workplace asked to provide additional letter. The information on IRCC website is too general and they did not accept it.

She submitted web form in beginning of December but no response so far.
 

QueenBee27

Newbie
Dec 14, 2022
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Did IRCC response? Did you seek help from your local MP?

My sister is in the same situation where her workplace asked to provide additional letter. The information on IRCC website is too general and they did not accept it.

She submitted web form in beginning of December but no response so far.
I have seeked MP help, raised webforms and tried calling IRCC helpline but I received no response.
 

SKant

Star Member
Apr 16, 2022
68
9
Did IRCC response? Did you seek help from your local MP?

My sister is in the same situation where her workplace asked to provide additional letter. The information on IRCC website is too general and they did not accept it.

She submitted web form in beginning of December but no response so far.
I think you are quoting/replying to me; I think you wanted to reply the original poster @QueenBee27