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Disclaimer
The immigration information on this page has been reviewed and endorsed by Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) or Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) in compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations. However, this is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Always refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the most up-to-date information.
Overview of completing your studies at TWU
As international students, your study permit will become invalid 90 days after your Letter of Completion first becomes available (even before your study permit expiry date) or on the expiry date of your study permit, whichever comes first. If you plan to stay in Canada after your studies, you must apply to extend your stay in Canada before your study permit becomes invalid to maintain valid status in Canada. You have the following options.
As a student
Want to study more? Apply to extend your study permit after you are admitted to a new program or new institution before your study permit becomes invalid.
As a worker
If you'd like to stay in Canada to work, apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as soon as you complete your program of studies.
As a visitor
If your study permit is going to expire and you want to stay in Canada temporarily as a visitor after you complete your studies, remember that your study permit will become invalid after 90 days of completion and you need to apply for a visitor record within the 90 days even if your study permit has not expired. You can apply online or by paper from within Canada to change your immigration status to visitor. The application must be submitted before your study permit becomes invalid.
Once you switch to a visitor record, any new application for a study permit or work permit must be made outside of Canada. You can apply online through the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
Permanently
Some students choose to apply for permanent residency (PR) so they can remain in Canada as a permanent resident.
At TWU, our authorized immigration advisor RCICs or RISIAs could provide immigration advising and support focusing on students and student-related areas such as students’ dependents, but advising on PR-related issues is not in their scope of services and therefore do not advise on this topic. If you need someone to advise your PR application, please click HERE to see how to find authorized representatives.
Graduation Checklist
If you intend to graduate, you must complete a graduation application to have a graduation audit completed.
Refer to the Graduation Page for the most up-to-date information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Should I update my study permit if I plan to continue studying after completing my program at TWU?
If you will pursue further studies in Canada, be sure to check for information on work eligibility and maintaining status between programs. If you will study at another Designated Learning Institution (DLI) you must change your DLI in the IRCC portal. If you return to TWU, you will need to change your DLI in the IRCC portal again.
Be sure to extend your study permit before it expires. If your new program starts 150 days after receiving the letter of completion of your last program, then you should apply to change your status to a visitor, or leave Canada until your new program starts.
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If you still have questions related to immigration, health insurance, and life as an international student in Canada?
- Workshops and Seminars: Our workshops and seminars are conducted regularly to help international students stay informed and empowered. Link to TWU Calendar.
- Service Hub: For personalized assistance in resolving immigration-related questions, please submit your inquiries through Service Hub. Our team is here to provide specific support and help with any concerns you may have. Please note that TWU RCICs or RISIAs can only advise international students, their spouses, common-law partners, and children. We do not submit IRCC applications on behalf of international students.