The length generally follows your program: programs of 8 months to under 2 years usually give a PGWP of the same length, while programs of 2 years or more — and most master's degrees — can give up to 3 years. To be eligible, you generally need to have studied full-time at an eligible school in a PGWP-eligible program, and college graduates may also need to meet field-of-study requirements. Rules change, so confirm on canada.ca. See our Student & Graduate Support page for help.
Updated July 2026