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A bridging open work permit (BOWP) lets you keep working while you wait for the results of your permanent residence application.
To be eligible for a BOWP, you must
– live in at the time you apply for your BOWP
– either
* have a valid work permit
* have an expired work permit but maintained your status as a worker
* be eligible to restore your status and get a work permit
– be the principal applicant on your permanent residence application
– have no employment restrictions as a condition of your nomination
– have submitted a complete application for permanent residence and passed the completeness check
* Submitting a profile to the pool is not the same as applying for permanent residence.
* Make sure you understand how Express Entry works.
– have your acknowledgement of receipt letter
* We send this letter to your account after we get your application
To be eligible for a BOWP, you must
– live in Canada
– be approved in principle for permanent residence
– prove you have 6 months of qualifying work experience
– meet 1 of the following criteria:
* have a valid work permit
* have applied to extend your work permit before your original permit expired
* be eligible to restore your status and get a work permit
* You can leave Canada while we process your application.
* However, if you leave Canada after your work permit expires, you can’t work until your new application is approved.
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