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Foreign nationals visiting Canada for tourism, family visits, or business require either a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).

• Maximum Stay: Standard entry allows up to 6 months.
• Core Requirements: Proof of funds, strong social and economic ties to the home country, and intention to depart at the end of your stay.

Required for academic or professional courses longer than 6 months at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).

• Intake Caps: Undergraduate applicants require a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) issued by the province.
• PGWP Eligibility: Graduates from eligible DLI programs may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) based on field-of-study priorities.
• To qualify for a PGWPstudent must maintain full-time status during every semester of their studies, except for their final semester or when on scheduled breaks and periods of authorized leave.
• Working Off Campus Students are generally not authorized to work off campus while studying part-time, except during their final semester or during their scheduled breaks.
• International students who meet the eligibility requirements may work off Campus up to 24 hours per week during regular academic sessions.
• During scheduled academic breaks: Unlimited hours off campus and on campus:, provided they remain eligible.
• Application Deadline: Students may apply for a PGWP within 180 days of completing their studies. However, to qualify for a PGWP and work while awaiting a decision the applicant must apply within 90 days of completing their studies and hold a valid study permit on the date they submit their PGWP application.

• Employer-Specific (LMIA-based): Authorizes employment only for a specified employer, requiring a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment.
• Open Work Permits: Allows work for almost any Canadian employer (available for PGWP holders, open spousal applicants, and working holiday participants).