Keep working.Stay in Canada.
A Bridging Open Work Permit may allow eligible applicants to continue working while a permanent residence application is being processed.
- Continue working
- Maintain employment while PR is processing
- No disruption
- Avoid gaps in work authorization
- PR applicants
- Designed for eligible PR applicants
- Peace of mind
- Stay focused while your case moves
The detail
What you need to know
What is a BOWP?
A BOWP helps certain applicants remain in Canada and continue working while waiting for a permanent residence decision.
- For applicants with a submitted PR application.
- Helps maintain legal status and work authorization.
- Can reduce interruption during the transition to PR.
Who can apply?
- Applicants with valid temporary resident status.
- Applicants physically present in Canada.
- Applicants whose current work permit is expiring or recently expired, where eligible.
- Applicants who meet program and document requirements.
Step by step
How the process works
- 1
Eligibility check
Confirm your profile and PR stage.
- 2
Document review
Organize the supporting evidence.
- 3
Submit
File the application.
- 4
Processing
IRCC reviews.
- 5
Approval
Receive the decision.
- 6
Continue working
Keep moving forward.
Next step
Do not stop your career
Let us review your BOWP eligibility and timelines before your current permit expires.
This page provides general information and is not legal advice. Program rules change and individual circumstances matter. Confirm current IRCC requirements before applying.
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