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Post Graduate Work Permit Processing Time (PGWP)

Mandeep24

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Jul 10, 2020
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When you contacted your local MP did they take any actions, as the MP has better chance to speed up things and they will get better answer from IRCC then just the GCMS Notes.

One of my friend's PR application was delayed and he contacted his local MP Office and they were able to pull out much more info then that was mentioned on GCMS Notes.
My brother contact two time last time in December and MP also get same reply that file is in process and they will update the applicant when status changes and they required nothing from applicant side. Means, same answer like it is automated.
 

PillaresEXIMLLP

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Feb 4, 2020
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My brother contact two time last time in December and MP also get same reply that file is in process and they will update the applicant when status changes and they required nothing from applicant side. Means, same answer like it is automated.
Your Brother Applied for PGWP Work Permit Correct?
 

Mandeep24

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Jul 10, 2020
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Yes because when he talked to IRCC phone they said there nothing wrong with his application. If it is wrong than they reject it but he should get result by now but no progress and if it is incomplete then they ask for required documents but no action on that even. In GCMS note the last update which is shown was in month of May
 

PillaresEXIMLLP

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Feb 4, 2020
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Yes because when he talked to IRCC phone they said there nothing wrong with his application. If it is wrong than they reject it but he should get result by now but no progress and if it is incomplete then they ask for required documents but no action on that even. In GCMS note the last update which is shown was in month of May
When was the last time you submitted a webform?
 

RedTree

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Jul 18, 2020
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Did you all still pay for bio fee or not?
We are currently exempt, so am I just supposed to disregard the fee listed in application form and just pay for open work permit holder fee, and work permit fee?

(I am applying within Canada)
 

captainarabiia

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Mar 17, 2015
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Winnipeg
Visa Office......
Riyadh Visa Office
App. Filed.......
22-02-2018
Passport Req..
11-03-2018
Did you all still pay for bio fee or not?
We are currently exempt, so am I just supposed to disregard the fee listed in application form and just pay for open work permit holder fee, and work permit fee?

(I am applying within Canada)

Copied from the website:



Biometric fee

If you meet one of the above 2 exemptions, you don’t have to pay the biometric fee when you submit your application, even if the system tells you to pay it.

If you paid the fee, we’ll automatically refund it once we finalize your application.
 

dillym

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Nov 14, 2019
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Hi all, my brother's PGWP was approved 6 weeks ago but hasn't received his physical/official copy of the PGWP yet. Is this waiting time to be expected these days? We're getting really concerned.

Asking because when my PGWP was approved a few months ago, the actual document took only just over a week to reach my doorstep.
 

drsamu

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Dec 10, 2020
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Hey guys, I applied on January 10, today the application status changed from we received your application to we are processing your application. Does that mean I will get my answer in few days or I still have to wait for weeks or months.
Thank you for your answers.
 

captainarabiia

VIP Member
Mar 17, 2015
3,038
672
Winnipeg
Visa Office......
Riyadh Visa Office
App. Filed.......
22-02-2018
Passport Req..
11-03-2018
Hi all, my brother's PGWP was approved 6 weeks ago but hasn't received his physical/official copy of the PGWP yet. Is this waiting time to be expected these days? We're getting really concerned.

Asking because when my PGWP was approved a few months ago, the actual document took only just over a week to reach my doorstep.

Could be the holiday rush, call IRCC to inquire when it was mailed.
 
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Cath621

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Aug 7, 2014
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Hi did you also submit (later or initially) the official completion letter from the college/university or just the unofficial transcript ?

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(as per requirement)
All you need to apply for a PGWP is
  • an official letter from your school that confirms you’ve completed your study program, and
  • an official transcript, or a copy of your transcript from your school’s website.
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So were you able to get the official letter from school to submit later, or was that not needed ?
I think lots of people used unofficial transcript without a problem.