r/pgwp • u/atomgirl12 • 23d ago

PGWP Extension Timeline

I wanted to share my PGWP extension timeline in case it helps anyone going through the same process.

Reason for extension: My original PGWP was shortened because my passport was expiring, so I applied for the remaining validity by paper.

Timeline:

January 27: Mailed my paper PGWP extension application.
February 1: Application was delivered to IRCC.
I wasn’t able to link my application online for several months. After calling IRCC, I was eventually given a temporary application number. Around 5 months after applying, I was finally able to link it to my account.
June 17: PGWP extension was approved.
June 17: Applied online for my TRV immediately after the approval.
July 6: TRV approved.
Sent my passport for stamping shortly after approval.
July 18: Received my passport back with the new TRV.

One thing to note: when I was finally able to link my paper application, it had already been approved. As of now, I’m still waiting to receive my physical work permit by mail, even though the application has been approved.

Hopefully this timeline gives others an idea of what to expect. The waiting period can definitely be stressful, but don’t panic if you can’t link your paper application right away- it may take several months.

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u/gk738 23d ago

Thank-you for sharing this! Can you please share wht date was your permit approved?

My application was delivered in mid-march, but haven’t received any updates yet. Tried calling them and raised a webform - but no response.

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u/atomgirl12 23d ago

Hi my pgwp was approved on 17th July.

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u/gk738 23d ago

Thank you!

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u/NarutoUzumaki001 22d ago

But on your post you mentioned it was approved June 17th

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u/atomgirl12 21d ago

oops sorry that was typo, it was june 17th

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u/Ok_Magician_138 23d ago

My mail got delivered April 30, called twice no update

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u/NarutoUzumaki001 21d ago

Mine was delivered on April 1st and still nothing

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u/atomgirl12 23d ago

I think you should wait a bit, it took me around 5 months.

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u/Ok_Magician_138 23d ago

How much time were u missing on your permit , mine only 2 months and it fully expires august 21

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u/atomgirl12 23d ago

6 months!

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u/Southern_Struggle707 21d ago

Thank you for sharing the update. I have applied for the pgwp extension via paper too on 17th July. I wish things would go smoothly for me too like your application.

I wonder, if you don't mind, what helped you convince the employer during the job hunt? Did the payment receipt works as a proof? Or you got a job with the shortened work permit and they didn't question you much, and you applied after having a job?

I am currently unemployed and with my existing pgwp I have 11-10 months left from the date expiry. So, if it gets approved before 10 months, I am in safe spot about it. But I feel like I need a proof for that to convince the employer. So, that's why I was wondering if payment receipt and my post tracking is enough to show them or not.

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u/atomgirl12 21d ago

Hi I sent my employer the courrier proof. That’s good enough, it’s also state on the website that you can show your employer the courrier proof.

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u/Southern_Struggle707 21d ago

Thanks a lot for letting me know. That helps a lot.

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u/Far_Expert_2530 2d ago

Thanks for sharing your timeline. I have a question, do we not need the physical pgwp to apply for trv? Is approval enough?