06/05/2026
Thinking about going back to school so your spouse can get an open work permit?
Before you spend thousands on tuition and submit a new application, there are important immigration rules you should know.
Many couples assume they can simply switch roles—one spouse becomes a student while the other receives an open work permit. However, recent changes mean that a spouse does not automatically qualify for an open work permit anymore.
In many cases, the student must be enrolled in an eligible Master's, PhD, or certain professional programs such as nursing, medicine, law, engineering, or other approved fields.
What many people don't realize is that after living, studying, or working in Canada, they may already qualify for permanent residence through another immigration pathway.
Before making a major financial commitment, it is important to understand all your options.
✅ Open Work Permit Eligibility
✅ Study Permit Options
✅ Express Entry Assessment
✅ Provincial Nominee Programs
✅ Permanent Residence Pathways
📞 Contact Eiffel Immigration for a professional assessment and personalized immigration strategy.
