What happens if I dont get my study permit on time?

Your academic advisor can advise you on the last day you are permitted to arrive and attend classes for term 1. If you are not able to arrive by that date, they can also speak to you about potentially deferring your admission to either January or September, depending on your program.

Can I stay in Canada while waiting for study permit extension?

Yes. You may stay in Canada as a temporary resident until we make a decision on your new permit application, as long as your application to extend was submitted prior to the expiry of your authorized stay.

How do I know if my Canadian study permit is approved?

If your application is approved, you’ll get an approval letter that says you’re allowed to study in Canada. This letter is called the port of entry letter of introduction. Once you have this letter, make sure you’re eligible and then ask to get your study permit.

What if my study permit expires?

If your study permit has already expired You must apply to restore your status within 90 days of losing it. If you don’t, you must leave Canada. You can’t continue your studies until we restore your status as a student in Canada and extend your study permit.

What is eligibility review for Canada study permit?

“review of eligibility” simply means that are checking to make sure that you meet the requirements for obtaining a study permit.

How to apply for a study permit made outside of Canada?

In this case, you filled out the form called Application for Study Permit Made Outside of Canada [IMM 1294]. If your application is approved, you’ll get an approval letter that says you’re allowed to study in Canada. This letter is called the port of entry letter of introduction.

What happens if I apply before my study permit expires?

If you apply before your permit expires, you can continue to study under the same conditions as your current study permit until we make a decision. This only applies as long as you stay in Canada. When do the 90 days begin?

How long can I stay in Canada as a student?

This date is usually the length of your study program, plus 90 days. The extra 90 days gives you time to prepare to leave Canada or to extend your status as a visitor in Canada. If you want to keep studying, you need to extend your study permit. You should apply to extend your permit at least 30 days before it expires.

What is the difference between study permit and temporary resident visa?

When you get Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) along with approval letter for your study permit, that is not your final study permit. You have been authorised to enter in Canada as a student. However, the study permit will be issued at the port of entry (POE) when you enter in Canada.