International students beginning their studies at a Canadian post-secondary school this fall will be thrilled to learn that the Government of Canada has announced guaranteed study permit processing times for the upcoming semester!

A very positive development offering a new level of certainty around study permit applications for the upcoming fall semester. Submit study permit application by May 15, 2021, and get a decision by August 6, 2021!

New Visa Timelines

Students who submit a complete study permit application by May 15, 2021, will receive a decision by August 6, 2021, in time to begin their studies for the fall 2021 semester. Details on what constitutes a complete study permit application can be found on the Government of Canada website.

Students may not receive a decision on their applications by August 6 if they are unable to submit a complete application due to COVID-19 restrictions. These restrictions include limited service at visa application centres (VACs) or other service providers due to health and safety measures. However, students who are only able to submit partially complete applications should do so as soon as possible.