Positive Update for Transfer Students: Temporary Measure Announced for January 2025 Transfers

Great news for international students planning to transfer between designated learning institutions (DLIs) in early 2025!

As of November 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented a rule requiring students transferring between DLIs to apply for a new study permit extension.

Typically, students may begin studying at their new institution only after receiving approval.

To address timing concerns for Winter/Spring 2025 transfers, IRCC has introduced a temporary grace period.

Eligible students can now start their studies at their intended DLI while their new study permit application is in process, provided they meet the following conditions:

• They have been accepted to a DLI for the Winter/Spring 2025 term.
• They have applied for a new study permit.
• They hold a valid study permit (without a specific DLI name listed).
• They comply with all study permit conditions.

This measure is expected to ease the transition process and reduce delays for students during this critical period.

Source: canada.ca