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Yes, if your work permit is still valid, you can apply to extend it from inside Canada.

The maximum validity of the work permit (and the maximum to which it can be extended under this program) is 4 years.

If you submitted an application to renew your study permit, you can stay in Canada and continue studying as per the conditions of your original study permit until we make a decision on your application.

Visa-exempt nationals may apply to renew their work permit at a port-of-entry (airport or land border) when returning from travel abroad. In that case, the work permit is issued immediately if approved. In some rare cases, agents may refuse to process such requests and ask that the candidate apply online for renewal.

You should apply to extend your study permit at least 30 days before your current permit expires. However, we recommend you apply more than 30 days before it expires. If you need to renew your Social Insur ance Number (SIN) or health insurance, you need a valid study permit.

How long is the processing time for a study permit extension application? The application for extending your study permit will be processed and an answer will be sent to you after you submit it. The processing time depends on the workload of the Canadian Consulate and it may take at least 30 days.

The temporary public policy also allows former PGWP holders who lost status and are still in Canada on valid temporary status, or applied for, or are eligible to restore their status, to apply for an extension. Post-graduate work permit extension applications must be submitted online by December 31, 2022.