Hello, I am applying for the Bridging Open Work Permit because my Post Graduation Work Permit will expire in a few months this year. I applied for PR in August 2025 through the PNP Non Express category, and received the AOR email in March 2026.
While completing the online questionnaire for the work permit application in my IRCC account, I came across the following question. I am unsure how to answer it and would greatly appreciate any guidance you can provide.
"Are you
I believe that I can select Yes based on the third option. However, I am not sure if the AOR is the first stage approval. Could anyone please clarify if the AOR is considered as the first stage approval?
Thank you for your time and help with this.
While completing the online questionnaire for the work permit application in my IRCC account, I came across the following question. I am unsure how to answer it and would greatly appreciate any guidance you can provide.
"Are you
- a spouse, common-law partner or dependent child of a foreign worker who holds a valid work permit or is approved for a work permit. Not all family members of workers are eligible. Check if you are eligible to apply for an open work permit;
- a person who holds a temporary resident permit that is valid for 6 months or more;
- a person who applied for permanent residence to an office in-Canada and was determined to be eligible for permanent resident status (first stage approval); or
- a person who applied for permanent residence in a program under Express Entry and is applying for a bridging open work permit
I believe that I can select Yes based on the third option. However, I am not sure if the AOR is the first stage approval. Could anyone please clarify if the AOR is considered as the first stage approval?
Thank you for your time and help with this.