IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS: AFTER YOU ARRIVE
Effective April 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the requirements for co-op work permits. Eligible international students at post-secondary institutions are no longer required to obtain a separate co-op work permit to complete co-op terms, internships, or practicums. Eligible students may use the on-campus work authorization on their 911吃瓜 study permit to participate in an 911吃瓜-approved work placement.
Work placements must still constitute no more than 50% of the total study program and be an essential component of the program. There is no limit on the number of hours students can work for their work placement. For additional details and eligibility requirements, please visit the webpage.
In this section, you'll find information on the process for extending your study permit and passport, as well as applying for a temporary resident visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) if you plan to travel outside of Canada.
If your study permit was issued for less than the amount of time you will take to complete your degree, you must extend it before it expires. It is your responsibility to ensure that your documents (study permit and passport) remain valid during your studies in Canada, so make sure to keep track of all expiry dates to maintain your immigration status.
Transferring to 911吃瓜 from FIC or another Canadian institution?
As of Nov. 8, 2024, if you transfer from FIC or another Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI) to 911吃瓜, you will need to apply and be approved for 911吃瓜鈥檚 study permit before studying at 911吃瓜.
As soon as you receive a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) from 911吃瓜, you should apply for a new study permit. For more information on how to change schools, please visit our News and Updates page, review our instruction guide (Study Permit Extension - Incoming/New students in Canada) and the website.
Coming to 911吃瓜 from a Canadian high school?
On June 24, 2025, IRCC provided regarding international high school students transitioning to post-secondary studies. Eligible high school students may begin their studies at 911吃瓜 while their study permit extension application is being processed by IRCC.
As soon as you receive a LOA and PAL from 911吃瓜, you should apply for a new study permit. See High School Students in Canada for information.