Study in Canada as an international student
Apply to study in Canada as an international student, extend your study permit and find out about working while you study or after you graduate.
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Processing study permit applications for the fall 2021 semester
If you submitted your complete study permit application (including your biometrics and immigration medical examination results) by May 15, 2021, you should get a decision by August 6, 2021, in time to attend the fall semester.
We’ll process complete applications submitted after May 15, 2021, as quickly as possible—but we can’t guarantee that you’ll get a final decision before the fall semester begins.
Some applications take longer to process and may not be finalized by August 6, 2021, such as those that
- are incomplete
- require the officer to request more information from you
Quebec students
If you submitted your study permit application by May 15, 2021, without the official copy of your Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ), then you must submit the official copy using your online account or our web form by June 30, 2021, to have your application processed in time for the fall semester.
Preparing to apply
Applying to schools in Canada as an international student
The different kinds of schools, when to apply and other requirements
Learn about student life in Canada
Tips on living in Canada as an international student
Scholarships for international students
Awards for students, postdoctoral researchers, faculty and schools
Applying for a study permit
Find out if you need a study permit
Answer a few questions to learn whether you need a study permit to study in Canada
Get a study permit
Who can apply, how to submit your application, processing times and what to expect when you get to Canada
Get a study permit faster
If you live in China, India, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Senegal or Vietnam, you may be able to get your study permit faster
Extend your study permit or restore your status
How to renew your study permit or restore your status
Study in Canada as a minor child
What minor children need to go to school in Canada
Working or travelling as a student
Work while studying
Who can work while they study, how much and where (on campus, off campus, co-op, and post-graduation)
Stay and work in Canada after you graduate
Get a work permit to stay in Canada after you graduate and how to apply for permanent residence
Get a visitor visa to return to Canada
How and when a study permit holder should apply
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Do you want to come to Canada?
Answer a few questions to find out if you are eligible to study in Canada or to extend your study permit in Canada and how to submit an online or paper application.
Apply online for a study permit
Submit your application online to study in Canada.
Study, work and stay in Canada
Come to Canada to study. Stay to live, work and explore.
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