Getting a ‘Permanent Residence’ (PR) is now the Great Canadian Dream for almost every international student in Canada. In fact, in recent times, studying in Canada is seen as an alternative pathway to getting a PR. Well, it seems quite effective as well.
The Prerequisite – Work Part Time!
POV: You’ve got admission to your dream college in Canada.
So, what’s next? Your top priority must be education. Make sure to follow your academics well. Make friends, visit new places, and most importantly- Work Part-time!
Almost every international student in Canada works part-time. This helps them with managing their living and academic expenses. And the best part – you can work part-time in Canada for up to 20 hours per week. During academic breaks, you can work full-time.
Did you know working part-time can help you in getting a Canada PR? Yes! Your part-time work hours are counted as points when you apply for PR under the Express Entry program.
Apply for a PGWP after Graduation
Canada has a work permit EXCLUSIVELY for international students after graduation called – PGWP. Abbreviated as Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), this work permit is a type of an Open Work Permit.
Once you graduate, you can apply for a PGWP. The duration of PGWP is usually the same duration as your study permit and can vary from 1 to 3 years.
The work experience you earn during a PGWP will help you earn CRS points.
Pathways to get Permanent Residency after studying in Canada
There are multiple immigration pathways that you can choose to become Permanent Residency after studying in Canada