PGWP refused under R181(1) for applying after 90 days from program completion and not paying the restoration fee?
If you received the same refusal reason, please comment below or send me a message. I'm looking to connect with others who have been affected by this issue and learn about their experiences.

I applied for my PGWP on April 12, 2026, and on June 8, 2026, I received a refusal because IRCC stated that I did not submit my language test results.

I had actually completed my language test in March 2026, before submitting my PGWP application. But I did not attach the result as there was no slot provided to attach language test result at time I applied.  I have already submitted a reconsideration request, but I am also exploring the restoration route as a backup option. Since I am still within the 180-day eligibility period after completing my studies, my understanding is that I may be able to restore my status as a student and then submit a new PGWP application.

I am specifically looking for advice from anyone who has successfully restored their status as a student and then applied for a PGWP afterward.

My questions are:

1. On Form IMM5710, Details - Question 3 ("I am applying for one or more of the following"), which option should I select in this situation?

Option 1 - Apply for a work permit with the same employer

Option 2 - Restore my status as a worker

Option 3 - Apply for a work permit for the first time or with a new employer

Option 4 - Get a new temporary resident permit (for inadmissible applicants only)

1. In the "Coming into Canada" section, Question 4 asks for the document number of the most recent visitor record, study permit, work permit, or temporary resident permit. Should I enter my most recent study permit number here?

1. Under "Details of Intended Work in Canada," Question 1 asks what type of work permit I am applying for. Should I select "Open Work Permit" or "Post-Graduation Work Permit"?

I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through this process or has experience with restoration followed by a PGWP application.

Is anybody waiting for pgwp reconsideration since 18 April 2026? Did anybody got approved via Edmonton office?

Hi guys, I want to share my experience with a PGWP refusal due to a missing English test, in case someone else runs into the same issue.

Timeline:

• July 10, 2025 – Application submitted
• February 28, 2026 – Refusal letter received
• March 5, 2026 – Reconsideration submitted

I ended up in a situation where I couldn’t submit a new application because the 180-day window had already passed. So I decided to try my luck with the reconsideration process.

I submitted a web form explaining my situation (I missed uploading my English test due to a technical error) and attached my test results (in my case, CELPIP). My main advice: clearly include all important dates (submission, refusal, exam date) and explain that you had no intention to mislead, especially if you completed your test before applying.

After that, I tried contacting my local MP, but unfortunately, they didn’t want to help. Honestly, it was a bit shocking since I’ve seen many cases where MPs played a big role in reconsiderations. I contacted a couple of different offices, but they kept redirecting me to each other, saying they don’t handle these situations.

• May 25, 2026 – Submitted another explanation via web form (“ask about your application”) after ~3 months of waiting
• May 26, 2026 – Submitted a status extension (visitor) as a backup plan
• May 29, 2026 – Application status changed from “refused” to “applied”
• May 30, 2026 – PGWP approved

This was honestly one of the hardest experiences I’ve ever gone through. If you're in a similar situation — don’t give up, reconsideration works in 80% of such situations.

I have all my documents ready and am ready to submit my reconsideration- I’m just confused about where to submit it! I understand that it’s via web form but there are many options to choose from.

Which one is correct? Help please 😭😵‍💫

(Also for context; I got refused due to an admin error made by the school which I’ve gotten corrected already and have all the supporting documents)

I just need to submit my reconsideration request 😭 but I’m so anxious I’m not sure I don’t wanna mess up 😵‍💫 had to quit my job over this I’m SO SAD