If you’re an International Student in Canada or applying for your bachelor’s or master’s in Canada then you’re always concerned about the Part Time and Full Time Work.
Right?
If your answer is Yes, then you’re not alone.
Any International student who wants to pursue their further studies from Canada has the same queries.
Can I Work Full Time as a student in Canada?
What is the IRCC new Temporary Work Policy and which students are eligible for it?
Can International Students work more than 40 hours in Canada?
In this Blog – Can Students Work Full Time in 2024? First, We’ll discuss the IRCC New Work Policy for International Students in 2024 and later we’ll cover the IRCC actual Rule for Part time and Full time for International Students.
So, Let’s get Started!
IRCC Full Time work policy for International Students in 2024
Sean Fraser, a Former Immigration Minister in Canada announced a “temporary public policy” allowing international students to work more than 20 hours per week while studying.
Means you are allowed to work unlimited hours or it may be up to 30 hours. However, Sean Fraser did not commit to the number of hours an international student can work.
But,
He set the eligibility criteria and not all the students are eligible to work in full-time temporary public policy.
Those International students who meet the below criteria were eligible for Time until April, 2024.
1. If you applied for your study permit before October 7, 2022
You can work more than 20 hours per week off-campus if you applied for your study permit before October 7, 2022.
Which means you can work from November 15, 2022 to April 30, 2024 under the Temporary Public Policy.
Eligibility Criteria:
- You’re studying full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester) at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Your study permit has expired, but you’re still in Canada and studying full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester).
- You got approved for a study permit but haven’t come to Canada yet.
- Be in Canada or re-enter Canada by April 30, 2024.
For example,
If you’re studying at a Canadian university and your study permit was applied for before October 7, 2022, and your permit says you can work 20 hours per week off-campus.
Then, you can work more than that during the specified time frame as long as you’re still meeting the other requirements.
2. If you applied for your study permit between October 8, 2022 to December 7, 2023
You can work more than 20 hours per week off-campus if you applied for your study permit or extension between October 8, 2022 to December 7, 2023.
Which means you can work from January 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024 under the Temporary Public Policy.
Eligibility Criteria:
- You’re studying full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester) at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Your study permit has expired, but you’re still in Canada and studying full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester).
- You got approved for a study permit but haven’t come to Canada yet.
- Be in Canada or re-enter Canada by April 30, 2024.
For example,
If you’re studying at a Canadian college or university and your study permit was applied for in November, 2022, and your permit says you can work 20 hours per week off-campus.
Then, you can work more than that during January 2024 to April 2024.
3. If you applied for your study permit after December 7, 2023
If you have applied for your study permit or extension after December 7, 2023. There are certain rules you need to follow regarding working off campus.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Your study permit application or extension was submitted on or before December 7, 2023.
- You’re studying full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester) at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Be in Canada or re-enter Canada by April 30, 2024.
If your study permit doesn’t have one of these conditions, you need to request an amendment.
If you’re not eligible to work more than 20 hours a week off-campus, you may still be able to work up to 20 hours per week under the standard eligibility requirements.
Which Student Can Work Full Time?
If you’re an international student in Canada and you applied for your study permit under the following two conditions, you are eligible to work full-time while you’re studying in 2024 under the new IRCC “Temporary Public Policy.”
These Two Temporary Work Policy are a follows:
1. If you applied for your study permit before October 7, 2022
2. If you applied for your study permit between October 8, 2022 to December 7, 2023
You can work more than 20 hours a week if you fall under these two conditions and are eligible according to policy.
There is no set limit of working hours which means you can work unlimited hours.
Will This Temporary Policy Extend For International Students?
Temporary public policy has a positive impact on the Canadian economy and helps in overcoming the labor shortage.
Then there will be a possibility that this policy may be considered by IRCC to be extended after April 30, 2024.
If There will be any announcement by the Canadian government. I’ll update this blog till then focusing on your career, studies and getting a good Job.
Can I work full time as a student in Canada?
If you’re an international student in Canada, you can work up to 20 hours per week during your academic semester.
However,
During the scheduled breaks, such as winter and summer vacations, you can be allowed to work up to 40 hours per week as a full time job.
That’s how you can cover all the Tuition fees and expenses in Canada.
If you want to know which intake is best for you to come to Canada and more earning potential then you must check out this detailed blog on – How much a student can earn in Canada?
Please Note ⚠️: It’s important for you to understand that exceeding the limit of 20 hours per week during your ongoing semester will have a serious consequence because of a violation of your study permit.
That’s why you need to follow the guidelines which are set by IRCC to avoid any issues while on a study permit.
Can International Students work more than 40 hours in Canada?
International students in Canada cannot work more than 40 hours per week Full time off campus.
It’s important for you to understand that exceeding the limit of 40 hours per week while studying will have a serious consequence because of a violation of study permit rule set by IRCC.
However,
International students who have taken out a loan for their studies or those who want to earn more to cover expenses in Canada can work multiple jobs and may work more than 40 hours per week.
I do not recommend working multiple jobs or exceeding the legal limit of 40 hours per week. It is important to maintain legal status and follow the guidelines and rules set by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada).
FAQs: Can Students Work Full Time in 2024
Is 32 hours Full time in BC?
No, 32 hours is not considered full-time in British Columbia (BC). In BC, the standard workweek is 40 hours, and the standard workday is 8 hours.
Can a 16 Year old Work Full Time in Canada?
Some provinces and territories allow 16 year olds to work more than the standard hours during school breaks (summer vacation). However, there are still limitations on daily and weekly hours, as well as restrictions on specific types of work considered dangerous or harmful.
How many breaks do you get in an 8 hour shift in Canada?
One unpaid 30-minute break after every 5 consecutive hours of work, for shifts between 5 and 10 hours long.
Two unpaid 30-minute breaks: one after the first 5 hours and another after the next 5 hours, for shifts 10 hours or longer.
What does it mean to be legally entitled to work in Canada?
Being legally entitled to work in Canada means that you meet all the necessary legal requirements to be employed in the country. Which means you generally require a valid work permit issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to work in Canada.
Can I work 7 days in a row in Ontario?
There’s no set of rules or legal restrictions preventing you from working 7 days a week in Canada. Most provinces and territories, except New Brunswick, mandate one day of rest in every seven-day workweek. This implies you’re entitled to at least 24 consecutive hours of rest within a 7-day period.
