Our research indicates that the current average time for processing study permits in Canada is estimated to be around eleven weeks, however this
In the Canada portal the processing time is 7 weeks but it just says for work permit (outside Canada) doesn't specify the work permit type, in
Currently, it might be somewhere between 1 month to 2 months, as per the recent graduates who got their PGWP last week.
The amount of time it takes for your PGWP application to be processed can be between 80 and 180 days. You can check the average processing
* [Work in Canada - work permits](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada.html). * [IRCC applications](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application.html). * [Study in Canada](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html). * [Apply for an eTA](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html). * [Benefits payment dates](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/calendar.html). * [Find benefit payment dates](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/calendar.html). * [Taxes](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/taxes.html). * [Benefits payments dates](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/calendar.html). [Find out if you’re eligible for a study permit](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/come-canada-tool.html). * a [letter of acceptance](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents.html#doc1) from a designated learning institution (DLI). Some [exceptions](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents/provincial-attestation-letter.html#exemptions) apply. * [proof of identity](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents.html#doc2). * [proof of financial support](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents.html#doc3). [See the full list of documents you need for a study permit.](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents.html#doc1). [**Check the list of designated learning institutions**](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html). Visit the [Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/apply.html) and answer a few questions about your situation to get specific instructions on how to apply. [**Learn what happens after you apply for a study permit**](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/after-apply-next-steps.html). * always be enrolled at a [designated learning institution](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html) (DLI). Find out more about [working during your studies](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work.html) from IRCC. [**Apply for a co-op or intern work permit**](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/intern.html). * [Find out if you need a study permit](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/study-permit-tool.html). * [Benefits](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits.html). * [Health](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health.html). * [Taxes](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/taxes.html).
At that time, the posted processing time was around 13 weeks. Currently, IRCC's website shows the processing time as approximately 5 weeks, but
Processing times vary, depending on the type of application you submit. Information on processing times is available online for applications submitted
# How to Get a Work Permit in Canada. ## Most foreign nationals need a work permit to work in Canada. The first category are those who must complete the Canadian government's labour market test, called the Labour Market Impact Assessment (or "LMIA"). Navigating Canada's work permit options can be difficult but the Cohen Immigration Law Firm seeks to make it as easy for you as possible. ## **Get a Free Work Permit Telephone Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm**. In most cases a job offer from a Canadian employer is required to apply for a Canadian Work Permit. In some cases, the labour market test is required to demonstrate that the issuance of a work permit to a foreign national will not have a negative impact on the employment and wages of workers in Canada.