Study permits: Making an application
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
November 28, 2023
This page has been amended to remove the outdated information below.
“Foreign nationals who are in Canada as visitors and are authorized to apply for a study permit from within Canada under subsection R215(1)(f) may begin their studies once they have submitted their study permit application, provided the application has been submitted before the expiry of their visitor status. They are required to cease studying if their study permit application is refused.”