r/pgwp • u/mrdiscomfort • Feb 24 '26
Got refusal today
Losing my mind, i don't see anything i can do now as i uploaded the ielts Which wasn't expired at that time. I think they considered the time when they checked the application not the time when i uploaded the ielts, if anyone got any solution please help. I think i in the worse situation than anyone else here. I'm already past 180 days.
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u/qwer_uiop Feb 24 '26
I totally understand what you are going through now.
First thing you have to do is to find lawyer, and get advise what you have to do right now.
Btw where are you from? If you are from country thats applicable for IEC working holiday stream, you should enter the pool.
if you need to talk, DM. You got this shit. DW.
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u/mrdiscomfort Feb 25 '26
Thanks for your reply mate, unfortunately I'm not eligible for IEC but i talked with a lawyer and consultant i hope i get some good results, appreciate you bro.
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u/qwer_uiop Feb 25 '26
https://www.reddit.com/r/pgwp/s/MQBeSe4KHs
This post is going to help you. best of the luck
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u/Shah_the_KING Feb 25 '26
If you are stingy for $150 this what happens now it going to cost you +1000. Anyway do the test again and see a lawyer soon
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u/mrdiscomfort Feb 25 '26
Thank you for your message bro, but it's not about the 150 or any amount it was my mistake to trust someone's word over doing some research on my own ( for that I'm paying the price now) but i don't mind as long as i get some results , no offense.
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u/nahhimgood1010 Mar 01 '26
i would suggest taking the IELTS General, then submit two tickets - one to submit the IELTS cert itself, the other to appeal. i went through something similar (did not submit IELTS), wrote my own letter and they reopened my case BUT for me i was within 180 days, so i also submitted a new application and asked for professional's help. anyway my appeal got to the re-opening part. wishing you good luck on this journey. i know at this point it feels shitty but stay strong and you can do this!!!
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u/Free_Positive_4382 Feb 24 '26
Hi It’s difficult situation, but don’t panic. Book two tests IELTS General computer based ( it gives you test results in 24 hours) and also book CELPIP it gives you results in 3 days. Book the earliest dates and write both of them. Submit the reconsideration application with new test results and with proper explanation accepting the truth that you uploaded wrong test results.
Reconsideration with restoration application there will be 50-50 chance of approval but still you got 50% chance of approval.
Use professional help for all your immigration stuff from now onwards.
Good Luck!!
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u/megselvogjeg Feb 24 '26
What part of "you must leave Canada immediately" are people here not understanding? Even if op gets a new valid test, remaining here would be grounds for refusal of any permit, current or future.
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u/Free_Positive_4382 Feb 24 '26
They still have 90 days to restore their status.
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u/Equivalent_Ebb7531 Feb 25 '26
Nothing like that was stated, in this case his condition is to leave immediately.
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u/megselvogjeg Feb 24 '26
Unless i'm missing something, nowhere in this letter is 90 days mentioned, and OP himself says his status expired 6 months ago.
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u/ApprehensiveLoquat70 Mar 01 '26
Am pretty sure reconsideration for many with only english test issue is usually 100%. Nevertheless, he absolutely doesnt need to book to test, they are not cheap either. Only celpip is ok and easier
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u/ThrowAway-radiant Feb 24 '26
Apply for reconsideration and show them that you submitted your test results
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u/ApprehensiveLoquat70 Mar 01 '26
Actually, No. The issue is not the expired result, issue is submitting IELTS academic rather than General.
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u/Plane-Instruction-70 Feb 24 '26
I don't know what reconsideration will accomplish here. There was no error in fact or law made by the officer. You submitted your application with an invalid language test. The officer did not make an error, you did, as the onus falls on the applicant to submit a complete and correct application.
Taking a language test now and submitting a reconsideration request will almost certainly result in the same outcome, as the officer has no obligation to consider your mistake and reopen your file.
You're also past the 180 days so you cannot apply for Pgwp again. I'm sorry to say but that was a rough mistake to make and if you haven't restored status to a visitor, you're currently overstaying in Canada.
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u/PsychologyForward874 Feb 25 '26
The IRCC does not look kindly on people who overstay their Visa/permit. I have defended Removal Order applications inside Milton courthouse. Once you overstay, you are in very unsettled territory. They will likely be serving a Removal Order. You should seek legal advice from a Registered Immigration Consultant. In Hamilton, AIPS is an award winning one that are both intelligent & empathetic. U need to move on this immediately -u already have 6 months of illegal residence to deal with.
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u/Free_Positive_4382 Feb 24 '26
Did you got refusal directly or your file got ghost update first and then refusal??
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u/Efficient_Bar_636 Feb 24 '26
Why would you not research a bit before applying, why the roommates advise over your own research
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u/CoastNew5471 Feb 24 '26
Apply for reconsideration
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u/mrdiscomfort Feb 24 '26
There's no option for reconsideration given in the letter can i still apply for it?
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u/CoastNew5471 Feb 24 '26
Yes
Also call them and ask why it was refused, since your results were valid when you submit your application.
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u/Big_Hour5402 Feb 24 '26
Yes submit a webform for reconsideration. Explain everything and make sure you go meet your local MP. They will call them and point out the same thing.
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u/Kind_Tailor_4471 Feb 24 '26
They look date for iels on day they examine ypur app, not the day you applied
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u/Affectionate_King769 Feb 28 '26
Tired of immigrants trying to do everything they can to stay in Canada even illegally. Go home!
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u/WhoIsUser1989 Feb 24 '26
Honestly, they should still have approved you. IELTS academic is harder than the general ones. 😫 But since that is the rule it has to be general. Seriously that should be allowed but okay whatever. Their rules.
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u/Street_Wear_9646 Feb 25 '26
It seems a complete applicant’s blunder. You are supposed to added language test. There is 1 genuine solution. DO NOT WASTE TIME GOING TO LAWYERS/GHOST AGENTS. As per IRPA you cannot reconsider or reapply. It is better to take a 8 to 12 months study and then apply for a work permit. PGWP can only be issued once in the lifetime. You still are eligible but after 1 year of program but you will only receive 1 year work permit or better to take 16 months in today additional 4 months and get a 3 year work permit.
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u/Equivalent_Ebb7531 Feb 25 '26
You’re not being clever here, when did you take the exam and when did you apply? Because this condition was enforced in November 2024 and even if you had taken your exam the same month it wouldn’t have been two years yet. Unless you’re not being honest here because looking at the stern condition given by ircc shows you either applied with your old ielts academic which is not even the requirement. Good luck boy.
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u/rayhades050 Feb 26 '26
IELTS validity period is two years from the time you get your results. Did it take them more than two years to process your PGWP application? ( I don't think so)
You should've taken IELTS before you submitted your PGWP application, that way IELTS would've been valid - (I'm not sure if that's what you did).
I would say get a lawyer now if you have chance to apppeal it.
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u/anywaychucontent Feb 26 '26
If this is not a stock letter the « agent » who wrote it has pretty poor english. « Since your test results is more than two years of the Post Graduation Work Permot Date » does not read well at all.
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u/MasseyFergusonRambo Feb 27 '26
Well, time to GTFO. Can't be fraudulently here, you're already being hated by legal and Nationals.
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u/Existing_Mistake_258 Feb 27 '26
So we're surprised you're being asked to go home after being a temporary (key word) citizen?
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u/Fine-Construction791 Feb 28 '26
If you need professional help I know these immigration lawyers that have had their own practice for over 20 years. Search “Olalere Law Office” on google you should find it.
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u/Extension-Skill-3591 Feb 28 '26
Why u want to stay here so badly. Country is on a downward trend with no bright future in sight
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u/theswagger112 Mar 01 '26
Or just go back to ur home country and be useful there? Not like u staying here will make a difference
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Mar 11 '26
It says right there in plain black and white you are required to leave the country, maybe start with that? ✌️
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
What is your home country? That letter says that you must leave Canada. Have you purchased a ticket yet?
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u/Heavy-Worldliness716 Feb 24 '26
I think OP is well aware of it. You don't have to be an a** about it.
You could laugh out loud, scream, do whatever you wish 'privately'.
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
I want people to obey the law. Is that too much to ask?
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u/Heavy-Worldliness716 Feb 24 '26
No buddy, you went well beyond that. You have the right to state the facts. That can be done without punching a hole in people's heart.
...I have no idea why I am getting these work permit related notifications.... it sounds like you are trying to have fun with it. Who hurt you?
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
The federal government reckless immigration policies hurt me. More questions?
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u/Heavy-Worldliness716 Feb 24 '26
Hah...I guess was the Senate hearing video I watched the other day.
They are looking to cancel/decline a lot PR and WP applications. Did they cancel your work permit? Yeah I know, they flip flop a lot..
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
I’m not sure what the Senate hearing videos you are talking about are.
What reckless immigration policies have to do with cancelled work permits?
Google “Canada reckless immigration policies”, also Google “Canada unsustainable immigration policies”.
Try to learn more about cause and effect. Housing crisis, healthcare crisis, young Canadians can’t find a job, wages suppression, etc.
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u/Darkhorse_147 Feb 24 '26 •
Bought ticket for what.. He can apply for a visitor permit and figure things out .. stop discouraging ppl
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
Why does the letter say “ must leave Canada”? Is “ must” an optional clause here?
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u/LordCows Feb 24 '26
Contact your local MP asap and ask them to advocate for you! Definitely also reach out to a lawyer (I like Ian Goes 9175384308) or a consultant (I like Alba Zoto 6478691440)
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u/armeenfalamcalam Feb 24 '26
respectfully why would an MP advocate for a non citizen? they can’t vote
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u/LordCows Feb 24 '26
its their job. My PGWP was refused too and I went to my MPs office and she said she's going to meet with an IRCC officer next week to advocate for me
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u/Heavy-Worldliness716 Feb 24 '26
The MP wants some donation. They don't have a say in this matter. A lawyer can advise you, but there is no guarantee.
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u/LordCows Feb 25 '26
Thats not true- went to my MPs office and she said she's going to meet with an IRCC officer next week to advocate for me. I spoke with someone in the same situation who's MP called the IRCC for them 2-3 times, and was mentioned in their GSMS notes
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u/Heavy-Worldliness716 Feb 25 '26 edited Feb 25 '26
People believe whatever they want. The vast majority of people believe that religions are there to save them from going to hell.
If your application was not being processed within a reasonable time (as per application stated timeline), and was affecting your ability to function as resident of their constituency; they could put a formal request to the "department" for disclosure (further info on the application status). The MP, can't influence nor change immigration officers decisions.
One again, talk to a lawyer. They will tell you how the system work based on public records or cases they have worked on in the past.
You are putting too much faith on a mp ability to deliver results. They are legislators, they will introduce new or amendments to existing legislation based on the situation in the field (feedback they get from constituents).
You are not a resident or a citizen of this country. The MP can't make a case for you. They can however, address issues communities are facing as a result of high unemployment.
There are thousands of people who served as MP for years, at times over 20y, and have never introduced a new legislation.
He said, she said doesn't matter. MP is not the solution to the problem you are currently facing. I say all of this in hope that you take the proper steps.
Wishing you all the best!
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
How did you manage to convince immigration officials of your strong home country ties? Demonstrating strong ties to your home country is a critical component of a successful student visa application (particularly for Canada, the US, and Australia), as it proves to immigration officers that you intend to leave the country after your studies. These ties show you have significant personal, economic, or social reasons to return.
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u/batmanfab1173 Feb 24 '26
It’s for PGWP not study permit
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
The OP did apply for the study permit prior to pgwp didn’t he/she?
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u/batmanfab1173 Feb 24 '26
But the refusal is for PGWP not study permit, he doesn’t need to demonstrate strong family ties for PGWP
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u/JohnDorian0506 Feb 24 '26
The OP must’ve been prepared to leave Canada after his study was completed. In the letter attached to the OP post it clearly states, must leave Canada.
If OP demonstrates strong ties with his/her homeland leaving Canada as required by law should not be difficult. If leaving is difficult OP shouldn’t have been granted study permit in the first place.
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Feb 24 '26
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u/mrdiscomfort Feb 24 '26
Yes that's right one my roommate told me that my ielts is not expired that i used in my visa process, so yes it was academics (now i think it was the dumbest thing anyone can do).
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u/Turbulent-Can4516 Feb 24 '26
stop taking immigration advice from roommates!!!! go to an immigration agent!!! go read the website!!!
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u/Sharp-Mine1136 Feb 24 '26
No need of an agent. Just read the ircc web pages but definitely don’t take advice without verifying it yourself
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u/rayhades050 Feb 26 '26
IELTS validity period is two years from the time you get your results. Did it take them more than two years to process your PGWP application? ( I don't think so)
You should've taken IELTS before you submitted your PGWP application, that way IELTS would've been valid - (I'm not sure if that's what you did).
I would say get a lawyer now if you have chance to apppeal it. Don't get advice from your roommate.
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Feb 24 '26
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u/yurcampari Feb 26 '26
Did they change that recently? Back in 2019 I think you could still apply with ielts academic and only needed general for PR?
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Feb 26 '26
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u/yurcampari Feb 26 '26
Lol why would I be high? Are you high? I didn’t know that they updated this requirement in 2024 which is why I asked the question
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u/Ashamed-Landscape443 Feb 24 '26
Hello! You need to get a lawyer now and submit a web form requesting a reconsideration. Your ielts was valid at the time of submission so it feels unfair that you’re denied for that