Everything you need to know about studying in Canada — from your study
permit application (now all via the standard stream) to the
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and onward to permanent residency
through Express Entry.
Step 1 of 3
Step 1 — Your Goal
What are you trying to find out?
Select the option that best describes where you are in your Canadian
study or post-study journey.
Step 2 — Your Course
What level of course are you enrolling in?
Your course level affects whether you need a study permit (all
courses over 6 months require one), your work rights during study,
and your PGWP eligibility after graduation.
Step 2 — Your Program
What Canadian program did you complete?
PGWP duration is tied to your program length. Programs must be at a
Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and must be PGWP-eligible (not
all institutions and programs qualify).
Your result
Your requirements and next steps
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General Information OnlyIMPORTANT: This guide provides general information
only. PGWP eligibility rules, DLI designations, Provincial Attestation
Letter (PAL) requirements, and study permit conditions change
regularly. The increase to 24-hour work rights is subject to ongoing
policy review by IRCC. Consult an RCIC-registered immigration
consultant for advice specific to your institution and program.
Information is current as of March 2026.
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