Post-Graduation Work Permit processing time from Ghana
Posted IRCC average: 60-130 days online. Times vary by visa office and case complexity — verify on canada.ca.
Always verify on canada.ca's live processing-time tool at check-processing-times. IRCC updates posted figures monthly.
About the Post-Graduation Work Permit
PGWP applications for graduates of eligible Canadian DLIs.
Ghana-specific factors that affect timing
- Police certificate from Ghana Police Service (CID HQ, Accra) — 4-6 weeks.
- WAEC results verified directly to ECA body.
- Proof of funds in USD (cedi instability).
- Anglophone advantage for English-track immigration.
Police certificate from Ghana: Ghana Police Service CID HQ, Accra — 4-6 weeks.
VAC locations in Ghana
- Accra
Embassy / High Commission: High Commission of Canada, 42 Independence Avenue, Accra.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current Post-Graduation Work Permit processing time from Ghana?
IRCC's posted service standard for Post-Graduation Work Permit applications is 60-130 days online. Times vary by visa office and case complexity. Verify the current figure on canada.ca's processing-time tool before applying.
How does IRCC calculate the Post-Graduation Work Permit processing time?
IRCC publishes the 80th percentile of recently completed applications, meaning roughly 20% of cases take longer than the posted figure. Factors include visa office workload, security checks, and document completeness.
What can delay my Post-Graduation Work Permit application from Ghana?
Common causes: incomplete documents, security background checks, medical exam follow-ups, biometrics scheduling, and IRCC procedural-fairness letters requesting more information. Ghana-specific factors include availability of police certificates and biometrics enrolment at local VACs.
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