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Dear future neighbour,

Planning to travel, study, or work in Canada soon? One of the biggest questions on everyone’s mind is: “How long will my visa take to process?”

Here’s some help. Below is the latest global update on processing times for temporary Canadian visas — covering work permits, visitor visas, and study permits as released by IRCC on October 8, 2025. These timelines are refreshed every week, so checking regularly is the best way to stay informed and plan ahead.

Before getting into the numbers, let’s quickly go over what these processing times actually mean and why they can vary from one applicant to another.

What Processing Time Really Means

A visa processing time isn’t a countdown or a fixed guarantee, it’s an average based on how long it took IRCC to finalize most applications in the same category. The clock starts once your complete application is received by IRCC (not when you first hit “submit”). For paper applications, the timer begins the day it arrives in their mailroom.

Every application moves at its own pace. Several factors can affect your timeline:

• The workload at your regional visa office

• Whether your application is complete and accurate

• Biometrics and medical exam appointments

• Security or background verifications

• Seasonal demand and IRCC’s internal priorities

So, if a visitor visa shows an estimated 45 days for your country, take it as a guide, not a promise.

Notes for Study Permit Applicants

Canada remains a top choice for international students, and study permits continue to be one of the most requested visa types. If you’re applying for one, here are a few key things to keep in mind:

1. Show strong financial proof
   IRCC wants to see clear, recent evidence that you can cover tuition, living costs, and return travel. Weak or incomplete financial documents can lead to delays or even refusals.

2. Verify your letter of acceptance
   Make sure your acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) is official and that all details — dates, program, and school information — are accurate.

3. Don’t delay biometrics or medical exams
   Your application won’t move forward until these are completed, so schedule them as soon as possible after applying.

4. Check if you qualify to apply from inside Canada
   If you’re already in Canada (for example, switching from a visitor or work permit), processing times and requirements can differ from applications made abroad.

5. Apply early for upcoming intakes
   Processing tends to slow down before major terms, like September or January, when thousands of students apply at once. Submitting early gives you a smoother path — and peace of mind.

If you’re aiming to start your studies in Winter 2026, now is the perfect time to get your documents ready and your application submitted.

Key Takeaways

Whether you’re visiting, studying, or working in Canada, staying informed about IRCC’s processing times helps you plan with confidence. These numbers aren’t static- they change weekly, reflecting the real-time workload across visa offices worldwide.

Below, you’ll find the updated processing times for all countries as of October 8, 2025. Bookmark this post or check back often — the figures can shift from week to week, and a small change could make a big difference in your travel or study plans.

IRCC Processing time for Visiting Visa as at October 8, 2025

IRCC Processing time for Work Permit as at October 8, 2025

IRCC processing time for Study Permit as at October 8, 2025

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