PGWP extension due to Passport expiry

[Sainadh_333]

Hello everyone,


I recently received my Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which is valid until October 2025, due to the expiry date of my previous passport. I have since renewed my passport and am now looking to apply for a PGWP extension. I have a few questions regarding the process:

1. Is it mandatory to submit a paper application for the extension?
2. As I have already paid the fee for my initial PGWP, what is the exact fee required for the extension application?
3. If a paper application is required, what is the correct mailing address to send the application to?

I would appreciate any guidance or insights from those who have gone through a similar process. Thank you in advance!

 

[gaynu994]

Hello everyone,


I recently received my Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which is valid until October 2025, due to the expiry date of my previous passport. I have since renewed my passport and am now looking to apply for a PGWP extension. I have a few questions regarding the process:

1. Is it mandatory to submit a paper application for the extension?
2. As I have already paid the fee for my initial PGWP, what is the exact fee required for the extension application?
3. If a paper application is required, what is the correct mailing address to send the application to?

I would appreciate any guidance or insights from those who have gone through a similar process. Thank you in advance!

1. Yes, for extending a PGWP due to passport expiry, a paper application is recommended on the IRCC website.( https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...study-canada/work/after-graduation/about.html
2. If you are applying to extend your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), and it is an open work permit, you must pay both:

• Work permit processing fee: $155 CAD
• Open work permit holder fee: $100 CAD
  - Total: $255 CAD

3. Address the envelope as follows:
Case Processing Centre in Edmonton
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
c/o Work permits—Same employer, Station 202
9700 Jasper Avenue NW, Suite 55
Edmonton, AB T5J 4C3

 

[hemang44u]

@gaynu994
Hi,

I applied for PGWP extension and now I’m on maintained status

Did IRCC cut processing time (maintained status) period from your remaining length of your PGWP?

Or

Did they give you full length from the time they approve your PGWP extension ?



Complete length = 3 years
April 2022 to April 2025



Expiry date on Initial PGWP due to passport expiry earlier then complete length -

March 2025 (one month before the actual length)


I applied in Feb 2025 after passport renewal

Right now
I’m on maintained status from past 3 months just to get 1.5 month of extension

What will be the decision?