ARIK Immigration Consulting

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Mon–Fri: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM 7445 Roper Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 3K9, Canada
Open & LMIA-Exempt

Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)

Keep working without interruption while IRCC processes your permanent residence application.

The BOWP bridges a work permit expiry and a final PR decision for applicants with a Stage 2 IRCC Acknowledgement of Receipt. Timing is critical — it must be filed during valid or implied status, never after expiry. Arik monitors your permit expiry and PR stage simultaneously and files at the optimal moment.

Who this is for

Work permit holders with a pending Stage 2 permanent residence application whose current permit is nearing expiry.

Key Requirements

RequirementDetails
EligibilityWork permit holder with a pending Stage 2 PR application.
Stage 2 AORRequires a Stage 2 IRCC Acknowledgement of Receipt for your permanent residence application.
Filing windowMust be filed during valid or implied status — never after expiry.
Permit typeAn open work permit — no job offer, LMIA, or employer restriction.

Key Benefits

Keep working without interruption while IRCC processes your permanent residence application.

Work for any employer — change jobs freely.

How Arik helps

How Arik Immigration Consultant Helps You

1

Monitor your permit expiry and PR stage simultaneously.

2

File the BOWP at the optimal moment — during valid or implied status.

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Arik manages the complete process — from CRS assessment through to PR confirmation. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

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