Arewemad

Hi all,

Here's a question; I have been accepted onto a program of study starting in May 2014, (can't start until husband finishes!). I am in Canada on a SOWP valid until March 31st 2014. If I apply for my study permit now, when it comes through, will I be able to still use my work permit until it expires and then switch to my study permit in April 2014?

Thanks in advance!!

Arewemad

Just bumping this!! Does anyone know???? I really don't want to apply for my study permit and then my work visa be cancelled.....

Thank you all in advance

PMM

Hi


1. Yes, if you applied for a study permit now, as soon as you receive it your work permit is invalid.
2. My question is why would you apply for a study permit a year in advance? It only takes 29 days if you apply on line in Canada.

Arewemad

I have just realised I got a reply!! Thank you...

I have actually had contradictory info to this, saying that I can actually hold a work visa and study visa at the same time and that there is no reason why I can't keep working until my SOWP expires?!?!? Does anyone know for sure?

Former Lancastrian

Read this link re working off campus while here as a student.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-offcampus.asp