Study visa application in Edmonton |
The study permit is a document we issue that allows foreign nationals to study at designated learning institutions (DLIs) in Canada. Most foreign nationals need a study permit to study in Canada. Make sure you have all the documents you need before you apply. You should apply before you travel to Canada.
How long can you stay in Canada with a study permit?
A study permit is usually valid for the length of your study program, plus an extra 90 days. The 90 days let you prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend your stay.
Your responsibilities
While studying in Canada you must:
>> Make progress towards completing your program
>> Respect any conditions listed on your study permit and
>> Stop studying if you no longer meet the requirements
Depending on your case, there may be conditions on your study permit such as
>> If you’re allowed to work in Canada
>> If you’re allowed to travel within Canada
>> The specific date you must leave Canada
>> Where you can study (a specific DLI listed on your permit) and
>> You can’t study at a DLI other than the one listed on your permit.
The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows students who have graduated from eligible Canadian designated learning institutions (DLIs) to obtain an open work permit to gain valuable Canadian work experience. Skilled Canadian work experience in National Occupational Classification (NOC) skill type 0 or skill level A or B that is gained through the PGWPP helps graduates qualify for permanent residence in Canada through the Canadian experience class within Express Entry.
Students who have completed their program of study are allowed to work (under paragraph 186(w) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations [IRPR]) while they are waiting for a decision on their post-graduation work permit application, provided they meet all of the following criteria:
>> They are or were holders of a valid study permit at the time of the post-graduation work permit application
>> They were a full-time student enrolled at a DLI in a post-secondary academic, vocational or professional training program
>> They were authorized to work off-campus without a work permit
>> They did not exceed the allowable hours of work