EPISODE · Sep 29, 2025 · 44 MIN
Visa Expiry Dates Are Confusing + 180-Day Work Authorization Letters - Can I Still Work After Day 180?
from Our Immigration Stories - As Told By Canadian Immigrants · host Kristina McPherson
International workers across Canada are getting 180-day work authorization letters and don't know what they mean. Some are even quitting their jobs thinking they have to stop working.Immigration consultant Howard Brown joins Kristina to explain what these letters actually say and why the "180 days or until a decision is made, whichever comes first" language is confusing everyone.What You'll Learn:- The real meaning behind 180-day work authorization letters- Why you can usually keep working past the 180-day mark- What visitor visa expiry dates actually control- The difference between immigration status and authorization- Whether you can travel while your PR application is being processed- Three key strategies for new graduates navigating Canadian immigration- Common mistakes that lead to 5-year immigration bansHoward shares real examples from his practice, including clients who've worked well beyond 180 days legally, and explains how to prove to your employer that you can keep working.We also answer viewer questions about traveling during PR processing, document renewal timing, and financial planning for immigrants..Connect with Howard:—Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardlbrown/Chapters:—00:00 - Intro01:32 - Guest Introduction & Series Launch02:22 - Visitor Visa Expiration Date Explained07:07 - Authorization vs Status in Canada10:31 - Bad Faith Applications & Consequences17:09 - 180-Day Work Authorization Confusion22:58 - Q&A: Traveling During PR Application31:34 - Top 3 Tips for New Graduates35:21 - Document Updates & Emergency Planning41:43 - Medical Restrictions & Closing Remarks📌Connect with Kristina:—🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course:https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants—Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.Legal DisclaimerWe make every effort to ensure quality information is available on this website. The information we share is for general information purposes only and does not, in any way, assess nor confirm an individual’s eligibility for Canadian immigration. Nothing presented on this website, on our YouTube channel, or any other platform we own, is to be used as professional advice or as a substitute for the advice of an immigration lawyer or consultant. Please seek advice from a qualified Canadian immigration Consultant and get appropriate professional advice specific to your situation before any action or decision is taken on the basis of any of the information we provide. We assume no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information.Anything that is said and information appearing on this site reflects an expression of the personal views, experiences, research, and opinions of the individuals speaking and have been prepared for the intended reference by interested individuals and is not intended to create an attorney/consultant-client communication. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant.Support Us:https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadianChannel Disclaimer in About Section:@astoldbycanadianimmigrants#visaexpiry #astoldbycanadianimmigrants #180DayWorkPermit #CanadianImmigration #WorkPermitExtension #ImmigrationConsultant #LegalEndz #NewcomerCanada #WorkAuthorization
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International workers across Canada are getting 180-day work authorization letters and don't know what they mean. Some are even quitting their jobs thinking they have to stop working.Immigration consultant Howard Brown joins Kristina to explain what these letters actually say and why the "180 days or until a decision is made, whichever comes first" language is confusing everyone.What You'll Learn:- The real meaning behind 180-day work authorization letters- Why you can usually keep working past the 180-day mark- What visitor visa expiry dates actually control- The difference between immigration status and authorization- Whether you can travel while your PR application is being processed- Three key strategies for new graduates navigating Canadian immigration- Common mistakes that lead to 5-year immigration bansHoward shares real examples from his practice, including clients who've worked well beyond 180 days legally, and explains how to prove to your employer that you can keep working.We also answer viewer questions about traveling during PR processing, document renewal timing, and financial planning for immigrants..Connect with Howard:—Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardlbrown/Chapters:—00:00 - Intro01:32 - Guest Introduction & Series Launch02:22 - Visitor Visa Expiration Date Explained07:07 - Authorization vs Status in Canada10:31 - Bad Faith Applications & Consequences17:09 - 180-Day Work Authorization Confusion22:58 - Q&A: Traveling During PR Application31:34 - Top 3 Tips for New Graduates35:21 - Document Updates & Emergency Planning41:43 - Medical Restrictions & Closing Remarks📌Connect with Kristina:—🔥 Join the Private Temporary Resident Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course:https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultant:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected:https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/about🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astoldbycanadianimmigrants🔹Blog: https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/blog🔹Twitter(X): https://x.com/AsImmigrants—Share it with other aspiring Canadian immigrants who might be struggling with the same issues.Legal DisclaimerWe make every effort to ensure quality information is available on this website. The information we share is for general information purposes only and does not, in any way, assess nor confirm an individual’s eligibility for Canadian immigration. Nothing presented on this website, on our YouTube channel, or any other platform we own, is to be used as professional advice or as a substitute for the advice of an immigration lawyer or consultant. Please seek advice from a qualified Canadian immigration Consultant and get appropriate professional advice specific to your situation before any action or decision is taken on the basis of any of the information we provide. We assume no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information.Anything that is said and information appearing on this site reflects an expression of the personal views, experiences, research, and opinions of the individuals speaking and have been prepared for the intended reference by interested individuals and is not intended to create an attorney/consultant-client communication. Kristina is not a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant.Support Us:https://www.paypal.me/astoldbyCanadianChannel Disclaimer in About Section:@astoldbycanadianimmigrants#visaexpiry #astoldbycanadianimmigrants #180DayWorkPermit #CanadianImmigration #WorkPermitExtension #ImmigrationConsultant #LegalEndz #NewcomerCanada #WorkAuthorization
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