Open work permit extension

[IRCC1nf0]

Can a spouse on spousal open work permit extension application continue working after the elapsed of the IRCC first 6 months authorisation letter to work while the extension application still awaiting approval?

 

[CanGoldDigger]

Can a spouse on spousal open work permit extension application continue working after the elapsed of the IRCC first 6 months authorisation letter to work while the extension application still awaiting approval?

You can work until the decision is made. It should be mentioned in the letter.

 

[srajawat]

You can work until the decision is made. It should be mentioned in the letter.

"You are authorized to continue working under the same conditions as your original work permit
until 7th July 2025 or until a decision is made on your application, whichever is first." this what my letter says, I am worried about the sentence "whichever is first", does it mean I can stay in Canada but can't work post 7th July?

 

[BluePop987]

"You are authorized to continue working under the same conditions as your original work permit
until 7th July 2025 or until a decision is made on your application, whichever is first." this what my letter says, I am worried about the sentence "whichever is first", does it mean I can stay in Canada but can't work post 7th July?

yeah the wording is weird but that means if the date on the letter pass, you're still good till the decision is made

 

[forevermore76]

yeah the wording is weird but that means if the date on the letter pass, you're still good till the decision is made

How is the wording weird? It clearly says OP can work until July 7th or the date application is processed, whichever comes first.

That said, the statement is contradictory to the current rule which does allow work under maintained status.

 

[srajawat]

You can work until the decision is made. Sorry for the confusion caused, I dig deep and found out.
See the below from IRCC webseite.

If we don’t finalize your application by the date on your letter​

If we don’t finalize your application by the date on your letter, you can still keep working until we make a decision.

If your employer or others need proof that you can continue to work, you can show them this web page.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...nada/permit/temporary/extend/after-apply.html

 

[BluePop987]

How is the wording weird? It clearly says OP can work until July 7th or the date application is processed, whichever comes first.

That said, the statement is contradictory to the current rule which does allow work under maintained status.

Yeah that's what I meant, the wording says the opposite of the maintained status rule

 

[KINGSLEY ANIEKWE]

PLEASE CAN I UPDATE AN EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION IN EXPRESS ENTRY PROFILE THAT I DIDNT CAPTURE DURING MY STUDY PERMIT AND PGWP APPLICATIONS. WILL THIS BE FLAGGED AS MISREPRESENTATION. PLS I NEED EVERYONES ADVISE.

REGARDS,

 

[Choxy]

Hi, I am an international full-time student currently enrolled in the Communication diploma program and have applied for an upgrade to the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, starting in January 2026.
I would like to inquire about the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) eligibility under the updated IRCC regulations. My spouse currently holds a valid open work permit based on my student status. I understand that recent changes may affect eligibility for extensions depending on the type of program I am enrolled in.
Could you please confirm:

1. Whether the BA in Psychology qualify as a professional degree under IRCC’s criteria for SOWP eligibility?
2. If not, are there any other programs that would meet the criteria for my spouse to extend their work permit?

I appreciate your guidance on this matter.

 

[canuck78]

Hi, I am an international full-time student currently enrolled in the Communication diploma program and have applied for an upgrade to the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, starting in January 2026.
I would like to inquire about the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) eligibility under the updated IRCC regulations. My spouse currently holds a valid open work permit based on my student status. I understand that recent changes may affect eligibility for extensions depending on the type of program I am enrolled in.
Could you please confirm:

1. Whether the BA in Psychology qualify as a professional degree under IRCC’s criteria for SOWP eligibility?
2. If not, are there any other programs that would meet the criteria for my spouse to extend their work permit?

I appreciate your guidance on this matter.

1.Not a professional degree
2. They would need to qualify for their own work permit.

 

[Naturgrl]

Hi, I am an international full-time student currently enrolled in the Communication diploma program and have applied for an upgrade to the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, starting in January 2026.
I would like to inquire about the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) eligibility under the updated IRCC regulations. My spouse currently holds a valid open work permit based on my student status. I understand that recent changes may affect eligibility for extensions depending on the type of program I am enrolled in.
Could you please confirm:

1. Whether the BA in Psychology qualify as a professional degree under IRCC’s criteria for SOWP eligibility?
2. If not, are there any other programs that would meet the criteria for my spouse to extend their work permit?

I appreciate your guidance on this matter.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...ur-spouse-common-law-partner-work-canada.html

1. Read the link that outlines professional degrees.
2. LMIA with closed work permit. Depending on citizenship then IEC visa. If fluent in French then job offer through Francophone Mobility Program. If US citizen, CUSMA with job offer.

 

[Choxy]

1.Not a professional degree
2. They would need to qualify for their own work permit.

Thank you for the response. That means my spouse won't be eligible for an extension if I apply for my study extension.

 

[Choxy]

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...ur-spouse-common-law-partner-work-canada.html

1. Read the link that outlines professional degrees.
2. LMIA with closed work permit. Depending on citizenship then IEC visa. If fluent in French then job offer through Francophone Mobility Program. If US citizen, CUSMA with job offer.

Thank you so much

 

[canuck78]

Thank you for the response. That means my spouse won't be eligible for an extension if I apply for my study extension.

No they won’t they’ll need to qualify for their own WP.