Program delivery update: Study permits – Off-campus work

This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.

April 23, 2025

The instructions have been updated to reflect regulatory changes to the off-campus work hours for international students, increasing them from 20 hours to 24 hours. The reference to the temporary public policy to work more than 20 hours has also been removed.