Bridging Open Work Permit

If you are a temporary foreign worker in Canada and your current Work Permit is about to expire, you may be eligible for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP).

A BOWP allows you to continue working in Canada while you wait for a final decision on your permanent residency application.

To be eligible for a BOWP, you must:

• Be currently working in Canada under a valid work permit;
• Have submitted an application, as the principal applicant, for permanent residence under one of the following programs:
  - the Federal Skilled Worker Program;
  - the Federal Skilled Trades Program;
  - the Canadian Experience Class;
  - the Provincial Nominee Program;
  - the Caring for Children Class
  - the Caring for People with High Medical Needs Class;
  - the Agri-Food Pilot;
  - or the Quebec Skilled Worker Program;
• Have received a positive eligibility assessment on your permanent residence application; and
• Not be inadmissible to Canada.

Processing times for BOWP applications can vary depending on the volume of applications received by IRCC. It is recommended to apply as early as possible to avoid any gaps in employment.

A BOWP allows you to continue working in Canada while you wait for a final decision on your permanent residency application. This means that you can maintain your status as a temporary foreign worker and avoid any gaps in employment, which can be beneficial for your overall immigration application.

In addition, a BOWP is an Open Work Permit, which means that you are not tied to a specific employer. You can work for any employer in Canada, except for employers who are listed as ineligible on the IRCC website.

A Bridging Open Work Permit can be a valuable option for temporary foreign workers in Canada who are applying for permanent residency.

Understanding that a BOWP can be a valuable option for temporary workers in Canada, our team of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants is ready to help you put together your application and make sure you have all the correct documentation for its success.

Book a Visa Consultation today to find out more about this type of Open Work Permit and continue your Pathway in Canada.