IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS: BEFORE 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.
Before you arrive in Canada, you must obtain the correct immigration document that accurately reflects your student status. Apply early to ensure your application is processed in time.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada introduced biometrics requirements in 2018. Most people who apply for a study permit or visitor visa are now required to provide biometrics as part of the application.
Studying in Canada for less than 6 months?
If you are here for one term or less as an exchange, visiting or ESL student, you may enter Canada as a visitor and study at 911吃瓜 without a study permit (visit the for more information).
If there is a possibility that your studies will extend to longer than 6 months, we recommend that you obtain a study permit before coming to Canada. Holding a valid study permit also permits you to accept on-campus employment as long as you meet the eligibility requirements to work on campus.
Please note that depending on your nationality or citizenship, you may need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), even if a study permit is not required for your studies. Most travelers require a TRV or eTA to enter Canada. Visit the to find out if you need a TRV or eTA.
Studying in Canada for 6 months or more?
If you will be studying at 911吃瓜 for more than 6 months, you must apply, and be approved, for a 911吃瓜 before you can begin your studies (unless you meet an ).
If you to travel to Canada, this will be issued when your outside Canada study permit application is provisionally approved.
For the most current, up-to-date information on studying in Canada, visit the .
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.