Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced policy changes on November 24, 2025, affecting study permit applications for designated learning institutions. Students moving from secondary to post-secondary education can now start classes at their new institution while awaiting permit approval, provided they applied before their current permit expired. The update also clarifies requirements for joint programs leading to a single credential. These students need only one provincial attestation letter and one study permit from the credential-issuing institution. The issuing school must handle all compliance reporting and provide an unconditional letter of acceptance for program progression.
IRCC updated the study permit policy for international students transitioning between education levels
