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November 26, 2025
November 26, 2025

Canada updates 2026 study permit plan for International Students

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News, Study Visa

Dear future neighbour,

On November 25, 2025, Canada announced a new plan for international students in 2026. The government will issue 408,000 study permits next year. This is a 7% drop from 2025 and a 16% drop from 2024.

How the permits will be distributed

Of the 408,000 permits:

  • 155,000 are for new students coming to Canada.

  • 253,000 are for current students who need to extend their permits.

This shows Canada is prioritizing students who are already studying in the country.

Some exemptions are also being made:

  • Master’s and PhD students at public universities won’t need the usual Provincial/Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL).

  • K-12 students remain exempt as before.

This means Canada still wants to welcome high-value students, especially those pursuing research or advanced degrees.

Study Permits by Province and Territory

For 2026, the Canadian government has set limits on study permits by province and territory.

IRCC will process up to 309,670 applications from students needing a PAL/TAL. From these, around 180,000 permits are expected to be issued, allocated based on provincial populations.

The table below shows the difference between applications processed (including refusals) and planned permit issuances (only approvals).

Province or territory Study permit applications to be processed in 2026 for PAL/TAL-required cohorts Planned study permit issuances for PAL/TAL-required cohorts
Alberta 32,271 21,582
British Columbia 32,596 24,786
Manitoba 11,196 6,534
New Brunswick 8,004 3,726
Newfoundland and Labrador 5,507 2,358
Northwest Territories 785 198
Nova Scotia 8,480 4,680
Nunavut* 0 180
Ontario 104,780 70,074
Prince Edward Island 1,376 774
Quebec 93,069 39,474
Saskatchewan 11,349 5,436
Yukon 257 198
Total 309,670 180,000

Why the cap was introduced

Canada wants to reduce the overall number of temporary residents and ease pressure on housing, healthcare, and other services in major cities.

Already, fewer study permits were issued in 2025, dropping from over one million holders in early 2024 to around 725,000 by September 2025.

How this affects International Students

– More Competition

With only 155,000 new permits, getting a spot will be harder than before.

– Priority for Graduate Students

Master’s and PhD applicants at public universities may have an easier process thanks to the PAL/TAL exemption.

– Plan Early

Applications should be submitted early. Provincial allocations vary, so check which province you are applying to.

– For Students from Countries like Nigeria

High demand means careful planning is needed. Consider backup options or alternate pathways if necessary.

Need help with admission into Canada or assistance with your study permit application. Book a consultation with us, let’s help you get started.

 

November 26, 2025
November 26, 2025

Canada issues 777 invitations in its second-biggest PNP Express Entry draw of 2025

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Canada held its 380th Express Entry draw on November 25, 2025, this round was exclusively for candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In total, 777 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued.

A quick look at the results

  • Draw Date: November 25, 2025
  • Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
  • Total Invitations to Apply (ITAs): 777
  • Minimum CRS score: 699
  • Tie-Breaking Rule: September 6, 2025

If you’re new to this: candidates who receive a PNP nomination automatically get 600 extra CRS points, which is why the cutoff is usually higher for these draws.

A CRS score of 699 suggests that even applicants with a moderate base score (before the 600-point boost) were able to receive an invitation this time.

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score
November 25 Provincial Nominee Program 777 699
November 14 Healthcare and social services 3,500 462
November 12 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 533
November 10 Provincial Nominee Program 714 738
October 29 French language proficiency 6,000 416
October 28 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 533
October 27 Provincial Nominee Program 302 761
October 15 Healthcare and social services 2,500 472
October 14 Provincial Nominee Program 345 778
October 6 French language proficiency 4,500 432
October 1 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 29 Provincial Nominee Program 291 855
September 18 Trade 1,250 505
September 17 Education 2,500 462
September 15 Provincial Nominee Program 228 746
September 4 French language proficiency 4,500 446
September 3 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 2 Provincial Nominee Program 249 772
August 19 Healthcare and social services 2,500 470
August 18 Provincial Nominee Program 192 800
August 8 French language proficiency 2,500 481
August 7 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
August 6 Provincial Nominee Program 225 739
July 22 Healthcare and social services 4,000 475
July 21 Provincial Nominee Program 202 788
July 8 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 518
July 7 Provincial Nominee Program 356 750
June 26 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 521
June 23 Provincial Nominee Program 503 742
June 12 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 529
June 10 Provincial Nominee Program 125 784
June 4 Healthcare and social services 500 504
June 2 Provincial Nominee Program 277 726
May 13 Canadian Experience Class 500 547
May 12 Provincial Nominee Program 511 706
May 2 Healthcare and social services 500 510
May 1 Education 1,000 479
April 28 Provincial Nominee Program 421 727
April 14 Provincial Nominee Program 825 764
March 21 French language proficiency 7,500 379
March 17 Provincial Nominee Program 536 736
March 6 French language proficiency 4,500 410
March 3 Provincial Nominee Program 725 667
February 19 French language proficiency 6,500 428
February 17 Provincial Nominee Program 646 750
February 5 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 521
February 4 Provincial Nominee Program 455 802
January 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 527
January 8 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
January 7 Provincial Nominee Program 471 793

Important points about this draw

This draw fits into a bigger pattern we’ve been seeing for most of 2025:

  • More targeted draws

  • More attention on PNP candidates

  • More opportunities for people with in-demand skills

Canada is trying to match newcomers with real labour needs across provinces. That’s why PNP draws remain frequent, provinces know exactly what skills they need, and they nominate accordingly.

Good News if You’re Planning to Apply

Even if your CRS score isn’t very high on its own, a provincial nomination can completely change your chances. For many people especially skilled workers abroad, the PNP route is becoming one of the strongest ways to immigrate.

This draw also shows that:

  • Provinces are actively nominating candidates

  • IRCC is consistently issuing ITAs

  • More PNP-focused draws are likely on the way

Tips if you’re hoping to receive an ITA soon

Here are a few things you can do right now:

  1. Explore provincial programs: Each province has different needs and different pathways.

  2. Keep your Express Entry profile active: Submission dates matter when ties happen.

  3. Update your documents regularly: Language tests, passports, employment letters – keep them ready.

  4. Watch draw patterns: It helps you choose the best strategy for your profile.

How to quickly understand your CRS Score & improve it

Below is the exact framework I use to help people understand their chances for Express Entry + PNP.

1. Start with your core CRS Score

Your base CRS score comes from:

  • Age

  • Education

  • Work experience

  • English/French test scores

  • Canadian experience (if any)

Most people fall between 360–480 before any extra factors.

This base score matters because provinces also look at it when considering nominations.

2. Add your skill boosters

These are elements that make your profile stand out:

✔ Strong English (CLB 9 or above)

This alone can raise your CRS by 50–100+ points.

✔ Foreign work + education combinations

These add bonus points many people don’t realize they qualify for.

✔ Spouse factors (if applicable)

Your partner’s education and language score can add up to 40 points.

3. Understand whether your score Is competitive

Here’s a simple rule of thumb based on 2025 draw trends:

If your CRS is 480+

You have a realistic chance in general, targeted, or category-based draws.

If your CRS is 420–480

You likely need:

  • a PNP nomination, or

  • a huge language score boost

If your CRS is below 420

PNP is usually the best path.

4. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Chances

Here’s when PNPs love your profile:

You work in an in-demand field

Examples many provinces focus on:

  • Healthcare

  • IT

  • Engineering

  • Logistics

  • Agriculture

  • Trades

  • Early childhood education

You have a Canadian connection

  • Work experience

  • Education

  • Family

  • Job offer

Your language score is strong (even without high CRS)

Why PNP is powerful:

A nomination adds 600 points – which is why candidates reached the CRS 699 cutoff in the Nov 25 draw.

5. What you can do next

Here’s a simple, practical improvement plan most applicants follow:

Step 1 – Pull your exact CRS score

(We can calculate this for you.)

Step 2 – Compare your occupation to this year’s provincial needs

We can quickly check where your job is in demand.

Step 3 – Find PNP streams you actually qualify for

No guessing. Just clear options.

Step 4 – Identify the fastest boost

This is usually:

  • retaking IELTS

  • ECA upgrade

  • spouse language score

  • French (if willing – it’s powerful)

If you’re unsure where you fit in, we’re here to clear things up. Book a 30-minute or 60-minute consultation with us, and we’ll walk through your profile and match you with the right program.

What You Should Remember

The November 25 draw is another reminder that Canada continues to welcome skilled newcomers  especially through the provinces. If you’ve been thinking about applying, this is a great time to focus on the PNP streams that match your background.

 

November 21, 2025
November 21, 2025

Big changes for international students and temporary workers in Canada in 2026

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Business Visa, Canada, Study Visa, Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

Canada is making some major updates to immigration rules, and if you’re an international student or a temporary worker, these changes could directly affect you. The government’s 2026–2028 plan is all about bringing in people with the skills Canada needs most while making the system smoother for those already living here. Let’s break down what’s happening in simple terms.

Temporary Foreign Workers: Easier path to Permanent Residency

If you’re a temporary worker in Canada, here’s the good news: the government is creating a faster route to permanent residency.

  • Up to 33,000 temporary workers could get a shot at permanent residency over the next couple of years.

  • This pathway is aimed at people who already have Canadian work experience, pay taxes, and contribute to their communities.

  • Certain sectors, like tech, healthcare, construction, and agriculture, will have special programs to help workers stay in Canada long-term.

At the same time, the number of new temporary worker permits will be slightly reduced, and the rules will be stricter in areas with higher unemployment. This is to make sure workers are filling jobs where Canada really needs them.

International Students: Fewer, but smarter options

Canada is also changing the way it admits international students. This is what’s happening:

  • The total number of new student permits is being cut by almost half, from over 300,000 to around 155,000. That means it’s going to be more competitive.

  • Master’s and PhD students will not count toward this cap, making it easier for graduate students to study in Canada.

  • These students also won’t need a Provincial Attestation Letter anymore, simplifying the application process.

Another important point is the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):

  • Some programs were at risk of losing eligibility, but a number of them will still allow students to work in Canada after graduation, at least until early 2026.

  • Choosing a PGWP-eligible program is now more crucial than ever for students who want to work in Canada after studying.

Reason why these changes matter

The Canadian government is shifting its approach: instead of just accepting large numbers of students and workers, it’s focusing on people who:

  • Have skills in high-demand areas

  • Already contribute to Canada’s economy

  • Can settle and integrate long-term

For students and workers, this means planning ahead is key. Picking the right programs or jobs could make a big difference in your ability to live and work in Canada permanently.

In a nutshell

Canada is making its immigration system smarter and more focused. Temporary workers in key sectors have a better chance of getting permanent residency, and graduate students have a simpler path to study and work here. But with fewer study permits overall, it’s a competitive environment.

If you’re planning to come to Canada as a student or worker, focus on programs and jobs that are eligible for the new pathways, and keep an eye on announcements in early 2026.

Canada is clearly signaling: quality and skills matter more than numbers.

Need help with making the right decisions and assistance with putting the right applications forward, then you should be speaking to a professional consultant, Book a 30-minute or 60-minute consultation session with Ese Umoh Immigration and Consulting, let’s guide you through seamlessly.

November 20, 2025
November 20, 2025

Preparing for FIFA 2026 in Canada? Know the latest visa processing updates

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada

Dear future neighbour,

When you plan to visit, study, or work in Canada, one of the first things you think about is how long your visa will take. Canada’s immigration department (IRCC) updates these processing times every week, and the most recent update was on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. These timelines help people understand what to expect so they can plan their travel with less stress.

This information is especially important now because Canada is getting ready to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. With thousands of fans, workers, students, and visitors hoping to enter the country, staying informed about processing times is more helpful than ever. Whether you want to come for tourism, start a study program, take up a job offer, or visit during the World Cup excitement, knowing how long the visa process may take can make your planning smoother.

Below, you’ll find the updated list of IRCC processing times for temporary visas across all countries. This will give you a clearer idea of what to expect before you apply.

Processing time for Visiting Visa as at November 19, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (VISITING VISA)
1 Afghanistan 109 days
2 Albania 50 days
3 Algeria 60 days
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola 557 days
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda 34 days
8 Argentina 27 days
9 Armenia 17 days
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 11 days
12 Austria 62 days
13 Azerbaijan 25 days
14 Bahamas 20 days
15 Bahrain 40 days
16 Bangladesh 26 days
17 Barbados 79 days
18 Belarus 21 days
19 Belgium 104 days
20 Belize 37 days
21 Benin 607 days
22 Bermuda 44 days
23 Bhutan 21 days
24 Bolivia 22 days
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina 131 days
27 Botswana 533 days
28 Brazil 44 days
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria 14 days
32 Burkina Faso 99 days
33 Burma (Myanmar) 22 days
34 Burundi 210 days
35 Cambodia 21 days
36 Cameroon 589 days
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands 29 days
39 Central African Republic 131 days
40 Chad 378 days
41 Chile 25 days
42 China (People’s Republic of) 22 days
43 Colombia 36 days
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica 20 days
46 Côte d’Ivoire 417 days
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba 19 days
49 Cyprus 56 days
50 Czech Republic 50 days
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 501 days
52 Denmark 63 days
53 Djibouti 98 days
54 Dominica 48 days
55 Dominican Republic 19 days
56 Ecuador 29 days
57 Egypt 86 days
58 El Salvador 20 days
59 Equatorial Guinea 346 days
60 Eritrea 74 days
61 Estonia 36 days
62 Eswatini 713 days
63 Ethiopia 69 days
64 Fiji 11 days
65 Finland 50 days
66 France 100 days
67 Gabon 102 days
68 Gambia 602 days
69 Georgia 21 days
70 Germany 63 days
71 Ghana 414 days
72 Greece 21 days
73 Grenada 23 days
74 Gautemala 19 days
75 Guinea 552 days
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana 18 days
78 Haiti 41 days
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras 20 days
81 Hong Kong SAR 18 days
82 Hungary 64 days
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 106 days
85 Indonesia 24 days
86 Iran 175 days
87 Iraq 113 days
88 Ireland 46 days
89 Israel 11 days
90 Italy 55 days
91 Jamaica 25 days
92 Japan 27 days
93 Jordan 106 days
94 Kazakhstan 19 days
95 Kenya 76 days
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo 43 days
98 Kuwait 63 days
99 Kyrgyzstan 18 days
100 Laos 23 days
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 38 days
103 Lesotho 409 days
104 Liberia 646 days
105 Libya 98 days
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania 21 days
108 Luxembourg 101 days
109 Macao SAR 20 days
110 Macedonia 200 days
111 Madagascar 255 days
112 Malawi 450 days
113 Malaysia 24 days
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 56 days
116 Malta 58 days
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania 242 days
120 Mauritius 124 days
121 Mexico 42 days
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova 13 days
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 18 days
126 Montenegro 91 days
127 Morocco 65 days
128 Mozambique 526 days
129 Namibia 503 days
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 20 days
132 Netherlands 55 days
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand 14 days
135 Nicaragua 24 days
136 Niger 451 days
137 Nigeria 26 days
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 76 days
140 Oman 34 days
141 Pakistan 85 days
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) 305 days
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) 305 days
144 Panama 32 days
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay 21 days
147 Peru 20 days
148 Philippines 21 days
149 Poland 16 days
150 Portugal 99 days
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 53 days
153 Romania 12 days
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 105 days
155 Russia 28 days
156 Rwanda 177 days
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 68 days
161 Senegal 367 days
162 Serbia 82 days
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 524 days
165 Singapore 23 days
166 Slovakia 51 days
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islands No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 250 days
171 South Korea 26 days
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 99 days
174 Sri Lanka 66 days
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia 36 days
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines 26 days
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname No processing time available
180 Sweden 55 days
181 Switzerland 101 days
182 Syria 71 days
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 19 days
185 Tajikistan 30 days
186 Tanzania 150 days
187 Thailand 25 days
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 508 days
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 23 days
192 Tunisia 102 days
193 Turkiye 21 days
194 Turkmenistan 111 days
195 Turks and Caicos Islands 35 days
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 63 days
198 Ukraine 45 days
199 United Arab Emirates 91 days
200 United Kingdom 52 days
201 United States of America 35 days
202 Uruguay 25 days
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 36 days
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela 29 days
207 Vietnam 40 days
208 Yemen 213 days
209 Zambia 555 days
210 Zimbabwe 523 days

 

Processing time for Work Permit as at November 19, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (WORK PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 12 weeks
3 Algeria 14 weeks
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola No processing time available
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda No processing time available
8 Argentina No processing time available
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 5 weeks
12 Austria No processing time available
13 Azerbaijan No processing time available
14 Bahamas No processing time available
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 12 weeks
17 Barbados No processing time available
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 7 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin No processing time available
22 Bermuda No processing time available
23 Bhutan No processing time available
24 Bolivia No processing time available
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina No processing time available
27 Botswana No processing time available
28 Brazil 7 weeks
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria No processing time available
32 Burkina Faso 9 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) No processing time available
34 Burundi No processing time available
35 Cambodia No processing time available
36 Cameroon 9 weeks
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands No processing time available
39 Central African Republic No processing time available
40 Chad No processing time available
41 Chile 6 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 6 weeks
43 Colombia 8 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 12 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic No processing time available
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 9 weeks
52 Denmark No processing time available
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic No processing time available
56 Ecuador 12 weeks
57 Egypt No processing time available
58 El Salvador No processing time available
59 Equatorial Guinea No processing time available
60 Eritrea No processing time available
61 Estonia No processing time available
62 Eswatini No processing time available
63 Ethiopia No processing time available
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 5 weeks
67 Gabon No processing time available
68 Gambia No processing time available
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 11 weeks
71 Ghana 12 weeks
72 Greece No processing time available
73 Grenada No processing time available
74 Gautemala 1 week
75 Guinea No processing time available
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana No processing time available
78 Haiti 6 weeks
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras 3 weeks
81 Hong Kong SAR 35 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 10 weeks
85 Indonesia 5 weeks
86 Iran 55 weeks
87 Iraq 44 weeks
88 Ireland No processing time available
89 Israel 12 weeks
90 Italy 10 weeks
91 Jamaica 6 weeks
92 Japan 4 weeks
93 Jordan No processing time available
94 Kazakhstan No processing time available
95 Kenya 11 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 25 weeks
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 10 weeks
103 Lesotho No processing time available
104 Liberia No processing time available
105 Libya No processing time available
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania No processing time available
108 Luxembourg No processing time available
109 Macao SAR No processing time available
110 Macedonia No processing time available
111 Madagascar 25 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia No processing time available
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali No processing time available
116 Malta No processing time available
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 29 weeks
121 Mexico 2 weeks
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova No processing time available
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia No processing time available
126 Montenegro No processing time available
127 Morocco 11 weeks
128 Mozambique No processing time available
129 Namibia No processing time available
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 4 weeks
132 Netherlands No processing time available
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand No processing time available
135 Nicaragua No processing time available
136 Niger No processing time available
137 Nigeria 8 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway No processing time available
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 8 weeks
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) No processing time available
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) No processing time available
144 Panama No processing time available
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay No processing time available
147 Peru 5 weeks
148 Philippines 6 weeks
149 Poland No processing time available
150 Portugal No processing time available
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 16 weeks
153 Romania 31 weeks
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) No processing time available
155 Russia No processing time available
156 Rwanda No processing time available
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 4 weeks
161 Senegal 10 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone No processing time available
165 Singapore 11 weeks
166 Slovakia No processing time available
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 12 weeks
171 South Korea 15 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 10 weeks
174 Sri Lanka 8 weeks
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia No processing time available
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines No processing time available
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname No processing time available
180 Sweden 12 weeks
181 Switzerland No processing time available
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 7 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania No processing time available
187 Thailand 5 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 14 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 7 weeks
192 Tunisia 13 weeks
193 Turkiye 7 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda No processing time available
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 16 weeks
200 United Kingdom 7 weeks
201 United States of America 6 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan No processing time available
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela No processing time available
207 Vietnam 10 weeks
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia No processing time available
210 Zimbabwe No processing time available

 

Processing time for Study Permit as at November 19, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (STUDY PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania No processing time available
3 Algeria 4 weeks
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola No processing time available
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda No processing time available
8 Argentina No processing time available
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 7 weeks
12 Austria No processing time available
13 Azerbaijan 4 weeks
14 Bahamas 12 weeks
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 4 weeks
17 Barbados 11 weeks
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 12 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 13 weeks
22 Bermuda 13 weeks
23 Bhutan No processing time available
24 Bolivia No processing time available
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina No processing time available
27 Botswana No processing time available
28 Brazil 6 weeks
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria No processing time available
32 Burkina Faso 5 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) 4 weeks
34 Burundi 14 weeks
35 Cambodia 5 weeks
36 Cameroon 8 weeks
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands No processing time available
39 Central African Republic No processing time available
40 Chad 8 weeks
41 Chile 12 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 6 weeks
43 Colombia 6 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 9 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic 12 weeks
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 6 weeks
52 Denmark 13 weeks
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 4 weeks
56 Ecuador 7 weeks
57 Egypt 9 weeks
58 El Salvador No processing time available
59 Equatorial Guinea No processing time available
60 Eritrea No processing time available
61 Estonia No processing time available
62 Eswatini No processing time available
63 Ethiopia 8 weeks
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 4 weeks
67 Gabon 9 weeks
68 Gambia 9 weeks
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 9 weeks
71 Ghana 17 weeks
72 Greece No processing time available
73 Grenada No processing time available
74 Gautemala No processing time available
75 Guinea 7 weeks
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana No processing time available
78 Haiti 4 weeks
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras No processing time available
81 Hong Kong SAR 12 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 4 weeks
85 Indonesia 5 weeks
86 Iran 55 weeks
87 Iraq 41 weeks
88 Ireland 12 weeks
89 Israel No processing time available
90 Italy 12 weeks
91 Jamaica 6 weeks
92 Japan 2 weeks
93 Jordan 9 weeks
94 Kazakhstan 8 weeks
95 Kenya 9 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 3 weeks
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 8 weeks
103 Lesotho No processing time available
104 Liberia 10 weeks
105 Libya No processing time available
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania No processing time available
108 Luxembourg No processing time available
109 Macao SAR No processing time available
110 Macedonia No processing time available
111 Madagascar 18 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 7 weeks
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 9 weeks
116 Malta No processing time available
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique 12 weeks
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 13 weeks
121 Mexico 6 weeks
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova No processing time available
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 4 weeks
126 Montenegro No processing time available
127 Morocco 10 weeks
128 Mozambique No processing time available
129 Namibia No processing time available
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 3 weeks
132 Netherlands 12 weeks
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand No processing time available
135 Nicaragua No processing time available
136 Niger 8 weeks
137 Nigeria 7 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway No processing time available
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 7 weeks
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) No processing time available
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) No processing time available
144 Panama 7 weeks
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay No processing time available
147 Peru 4 weeks
148 Philippines 4 weeks
149 Poland 7 weeks
150 Portugal No processing time available
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 9 weeks
153 Romania No processing time available
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 4 weeks
155 Russia 7 weeks
156 Rwanda 11 weeks
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 4 weeks
161 Senegal 7 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone No processing time available
165 Singapore 10 weeks
166 Slovakia 13 weeks
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islands No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 14 weeks
171 South Korea 2 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 12 weeks
174 Sri Lanka 10 weeks
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia No processing time available
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines No processing time available
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname No processing time available
180 Sweden 12 weeks
181 Switzerland 12 weeks
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 5 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania 12 weeks
187 Thailand 3 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 16 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 6 weeks
192 Tunisia 6 weeks
193 Turkiye 4 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 6 weeks
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 8 weeks
200 United Kingdom 8 weeks
201 United States of America 4 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 6 weeks
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela No processing time available
207 Vietnam 7 weeks
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia No processing time available
210 Zimbabwe 17 weeks

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November 19, 2025
November 19, 2025

Canada introduces temporary policy for FIFA-Invited workers ahead of 2026 World Cup

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada

Dear future neighbour,

Canada is getting ready for a historic event. In 2026, the country will host the men’s FIFA World Cup for the first time, with Toronto, Ontario, British Columbia and Vancouver as the key host cities. This event will bring huge economic, cultural, and social benefits, from tourism to global recognition.

To help make the event a success, Canada has introduced a temporary policy to make it easier for certain FIFA-invited foreign nationals to work in the country. These workers will have important roles in organizing and supporting the World Cup and FIFA Congress.

Who can benefit?

Foreign nationals may qualify if they:

  • Plan to enter and leave Canada between December 1, 2025, and July 31, 2026

  • Hold an official FIFA invitation letter confirming they are:

    • An employee of FIFA or its affiliates, or

    • Working under a contract or subcontract related to FIFA

    • Performing work that directly supports an official FIFA event during this period

  • Are listed on the FIFA microsite as an invited worker

If all conditions are met, these workers can be exempted from the usual work permit requirements, making their entry to Canada faster and simpler.

What does the exemption do?

Normally, visitors must have a work permit to work in Canada. This policy allows eligible FIFA-invited workers to perform their duties without one.

While it removes the work-authorization requirement, all other immigration rules still apply.

How long will it last?

  • The policy starts immediately upon being signed

  • It applies to applications submitted from that date

  • It expires on July 31, 2026, or sooner if revoked

This policy also replaces the earlier version signed in October 2025. Any exemptions already granted will remain valid until the new expiry date.

The importance of this policy

The 2026 FIFA World Cup offers Canada an extraordinary opportunity. Ensuring essential FIFA personnel can enter smoothly allows the tournament to run effectively while enhancing Canada’s international profile and economic prospects.

Navigating this temporary policy can be complex. If you’re a FIFA-invited worker or represent a company supporting the event, our agency can guide you through the process. Book a consultation session with us today to ensure your application meets all requirements and you can focus on making the 2026 World Cup a success.

November 13, 2025
November 13, 2025

Planning to come to Canada? Here’s the latest on visa processing times

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada

Dear future neighbour,

The following processing times for IRCC temporary visas, visitor visas, study permits, and work permits, come from the latest update on November 12, 2025. These times are IRCC’s public estimates and can change based on individual cases, how complete an application is, and any updates to immigration rules.

Processing time for Visiting Visa as at November 12, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (VISITING VISA)
1 Afghanistan 92 days
2 Albania 53 days
3 Algeria 55 days
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola 76 days
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda 33 days
8 Argentina 23 days
9 Armenia 20 days
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 12 days
12 Austria 69 days
13 Azerbaijan 23 days
14 Bahamas 23 days
15 Bahrain 21 days
16 Bangladesh 25 days
17 Barbados 79 days
18 Belarus 17 days
19 Belgium 104 days
20 Belize 26 days
21 Benin 574 days
22 Bermuda 46 days
23 Bhutan 20 days
24 Bolivia 22 days
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina 162 days
27 Botswana 531 days
28 Brazil 43 days
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria 14 days
32 Burkina Faso 107 days
33 Burma (Myanmar) 26 days
34 Burundi 219 days
35 Cambodia 22 days
36 Cameroon 608 days
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands 31 days
39 Central African Republic 140 days
40 Chad 125 days
41 Chile 25 days
42 China (People’s Republic of) 22 days
43 Colombia 34 days
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica 19 days
46 Côte d’Ivoire 273 days
47 Croatia 58 days
48 Cuba 19 days
49 Cyprus 54 days
50 Czech Republic 63 days
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 536 days
52 Denmark 57 days
53 Djibouti 67 days
54 Dominica 48 days
55 Dominican Republic 18 days
56 Ecuador 32 days
57 Egypt 92 days
58 El Salvador 18 days
59 Equatorial Guinea 369 days
60 Eritrea 78 days
61 Estonia 30 days
62 Eswatini 713 days
63 Ethiopia 67 days
64 Fiji 11 days
65 Finland 50 days
66 France 103 days
67 Gabon 104 days
68 Gambia 184 days
69 Georgia 22 days
70 Germany 69 days
71 Ghana 264 days
72 Greece 54 days
73 Grenada 27 days
74 Gautemala 18 days
75 Guinea 479 days
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana 19 days
78 Haiti 40 days
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras 19 days
81 Hong Kong SAR 21 days
82 Hungary 65 days
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 103 days
85 Indonesia 24 days
86 Iran 244 days
87 Iraq 130 days
88 Ireland 46 days
89 Israel 61 days
90 Italy 55 days
91 Jamaica 27 days
92 Japan 31 days
93 Jordan 122 days
94 Kazakhstan 20 days
95 Kenya 76 days
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo 42 days
98 Kuwait 47 days
99 Kyrgyzstan 18 days
100 Laos 18 days
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 36 days
103 Lesotho 409 days
104 Liberia 593 days
105 Libya 98 days
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania 22 days
108 Luxembourg 101 days
109 Macao SAR 21 days
110 Macedonia 200 days
111 Madagascar 63 days
112 Malawi 469 days
113 Malaysia 27 days
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 58 days
116 Malta 57 days
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania 160 days
120 Mauritius 47 days
121 Mexico 41 days
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova 13 days
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 22 days
126 Montenegro 105 days
127 Morocco 67 days
128 Mozambique 514 days
129 Namibia 488 days
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 20 days
132 Netherlands 49 days
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand 16 days
135 Nicaragua 26 days
136 Niger 413 days
137 Nigeria 27 days
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 70 days
140 Oman 22 days
141 Pakistan 72 days
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) 151 days
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) 151 days
144 Panama 30 days
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay 21 days
147 Peru 20 days
148 Philippines 20 days
149 Poland 15 days
150 Portugal 100 days
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 49 days
153 Romania 13 days
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 112 days
155 Russia 26 days
156 Rwanda 176 days
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 73 days
161 Senegal 285 days
162 Serbia 81 days
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 482 days
165 Singapore 26 days
166 Slovakia 56 days
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 254 days
171 South Korea 27 days
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 99 days
174 Sri Lanka 68 days
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia 31 days
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines 25 days
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname 46 days
180 Sweden 52 days
181 Switzerland 105 days
182 Syria 83 days
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 21 days
185 Tajikistan 23 days
186 Tanzania 151 days
187 Thailand 26 days
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 529 days
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 25 days
192 Tunisia 103 days
193 Turkiye 20 days
194 Turkmenistan 39 days
195 Turks and Caicos Islands 27 days
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 71 days
198 Ukraine 44 days
199 United Arab Emirates 85 days
200 United Kingdom 50 days
201 United States of America 35 days
202 Uruguay 25 days
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 29 days
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela 32 days
207 Vietnam 40 days
208 Yemen 220 days
209 Zambia 540 days
210 Zimbabwe 529 days

 

Processing time for Work Permit as at November 12, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (WORK PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 11 weeks
3 Algeria 12 weeks
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola No processing time available
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda No processing time available
8 Argentina No processing time available
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 5 weeks
12 Austria No processing time available
13 Azerbaijan No processing time available
14 Bahamas No processing time available
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 11 weeks
17 Barbados No processing time available
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 7 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin No processing time available
22 Bermuda No processing time available
23 Bhutan No processing time available
24 Bolivia No processing time available
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina No processing time available
27 Botswana No processing time available
28 Brazil 7 weeks
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria No processing time available
32 Burkina Faso 8 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) No processing time available
34 Burundi No processing time available
35 Cambodia No processing time available
36 Cameroon 8 weeks
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands No processing time available
39 Central African Republic No processing time available
40 Chad No processing time available
41 Chile 6 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 6 weeks
43 Colombia 8 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 10 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic No processing time available
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 9 weeks
52 Denmark No processing time available
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 7 weeks
56 Ecuador 12 weeks
57 Egypt No processing time available
58 El Salvador No processing time available
59 Equatorial Guinea No processing time available
60 Eritrea No processing time available
61 Estonia No processing time available
62 Eswatini No processing time available
63 Ethiopia No processing time available
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 6 weeks
67 Gabon No processing time available
68 Gambia No processing time available
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 11 weeks
71 Ghana 12 weeks
72 Greece No processing time available
73 Grenada No processing time available
74 Gautemala 1 week
75 Guinea No processing time available
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana No processing time available
78 Haiti 5 weeks
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras 3 weeks
81 Hong Kong SAR 36 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 10 weeks
85 Indonesia 4 weeks
86 Iran 55 weeks
87 Iraq 44 weeks
88 Ireland No processing time available
89 Israel 12 weeks
90 Italy 10 weeks
91 Jamaica 6 weeks
92 Japan 5 weeks
93 Jordan No processing time available
94 Kazakhstan No processing time available
95 Kenya 11 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 26 weeks
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 11 weeks
103 Lesotho No processing time available
104 Liberia No processing time available
105 Libya No processing time available
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania No processing time available
108 Luxembourg No processing time available
109 Macao SAR No processing time available
110 Macedonia No processing time available
111 Madagascar 24 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 9 weeks
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali No processing time available
116 Malta No processing time available
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 28 weeks
121 Mexico 2 weeks
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova No processing time available
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia No processing time available
126 Montenegro No processing time available
127 Morocco 12 weeks
128 Mozambique No processing time available
129 Namibia No processing time available
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 4 weeks
132 Netherlands No processing time available
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand No processing time available
135 Nicaragua No processing time available
136 Niger No processing time available
137 Nigeria 9 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway No processing time available
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 6 weeks
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) No processing time available
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) No processing time available
144 Panama No processing time available
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay No processing time available
147 Peru 5 weeks
148 Philippines 6 weeks
149 Poland No processing time available
150 Portugal No processing time available
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 19 weeks
153 Romania No processing time available
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) No processing time available
155 Russia No processing time available
156 Rwanda No processing time available
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 5 weeks
161 Senegal 9 weeks
162 Serbia 13 weeks
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone No processing time available
165 Singapore 12 weeks
166 Slovakia No processing time available
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 13 weeks
171 South Korea 11 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 9 weeks
174 Sri Lanka 8 weeks
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia No processing time available
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines No processing time available
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname No processing time available
180 Sweden No processing time available
181 Switzerland No processing time available
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 8 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania No processing time available
187 Thailand 4 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 14 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 6 weeks
192 Tunisia 12 weeks
193 Turkiye 7 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda No processing time available
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 16 weeks
200 United Kingdom 7 weeks
201 United States of America 4 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan No processing time available
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela No processing time available
207 Vietnam 10 weeks
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia No processing time available
210 Zimbabwe No processing time available

 

Processing time for Study Permit as at November 12, 2025

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (STUDY PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania No processing time available
3 Algeria 4 weeks
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola No processing time available
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda No processing time available
8 Argentina No processing time available
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 11 weeks
12 Austria No processing time available
13 Azerbaijan 4 weeks
14 Bahamas 12 weeks
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 4 weeks
17 Barbados 11 weeks
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 12 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 12 weeks
22 Bermuda 13 weeks
23 Bhutan No processing time available
24 Bolivia No processing time available
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina No processing time available
27 Botswana No processing time available
28 Brazil 6 weeks
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria No processing time available
32 Burkina Faso 5 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) 4 weeks
34 Burundi 30 weeks
35 Cambodia 5 weeks
36 Cameroon 8 weeks
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands No processing time available
39 Central African Republic No processing time available
40 Chad 8 weeks
41 Chile 12 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 7 weeks
43 Colombia 6 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 9 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic 12 weeks
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 5 weeks
52 Denmark 13 weeks
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 5 weeks
56 Ecuador 7 weeks
57 Egypt 10 weeks
58 El Salvador No processing time available
59 Equatorial Guinea No processing time available
60 Eritrea No processing time available
61 Estonia No processing time available
62 Eswatini No processing time available
63 Ethiopia 8 weeks
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 5 weeks
67 Gabon 9 weeks
68 Gambia 11 weeks
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 8 weeks
71 Ghana 16 weeks
72 Greece No processing time available
73 Grenada No processing time available
74 Gautemala No processing time available
75 Guinea 7 weeks
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana No processing time available
78 Haiti 4 weeks
79 Holy See No processing time available
80 Honduras No processing time available
81 Hong Kong SAR 13 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 4 weeks
85 Indonesia 5 weeks
86 Iran 62 weeks
87 Iraq 25 weeks
88 Ireland 12 weeks
89 Israel No processing time available
90 Italy 12 weeks
91 Jamaica 6 weeks
92 Japan 2 weeks
93 Jordan 15 weeks
94 Kazakhstan 8 weeks
95 Kenya 10 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 5 weeks
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 8 weeks
103 Lesotho No processing time available
104 Liberia 12 weeks
105 Libya No processing time available
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania No processing time available
108 Luxembourg No processing time available
109 Macao SAR No processing time available
110 Macedonia No processing time available
111 Madagascar 17 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 7 weeks
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 11 weeks
116 Malta No processing time available
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique 12 weeks
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 15 weeks
121 Mexico 6 weeks
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova No processing time available
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 4 weeks
126 Montenegro No processing time available
127 Morocco 9 weeks
128 Mozambique No processing time available
129 Namibia No processing time available
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 3 weeks
132 Netherlands 12 weeks
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand No processing time available
135 Nicaragua No processing time available
136 Niger 8 weeks
137 Nigeria 8 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 12 weeks
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 7 weeks
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) No processing time available
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) No processing time available
144 Panama 6 weeks
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay No processing time available
147 Peru 4 weeks
148 Philippines 4 weeks
149 Poland 9 weeks
150 Portugal No processing time available
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 6 weeks
153 Romania No processing time available
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 8 weeks
155 Russia 7 weeks
156 Rwanda 14 weeks
157 Samoa No processing time available
158 San Marino No processing time available
159 Sao Tome and Principe No processing time available
160 Saudi Arabia 4 weeks
161 Senegal 7 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone No processing time available
165 Singapore 9 weeks
166 Slovakia 13 weeks
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islands No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 14 weeks
171 South Korea 2 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 12 weeks
174 Sri Lanka 7 weeks
175 St. Kitts and Nevis No processing time available
176 St. Lucia No processing time available
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines No processing time available
178 Sudan No processing time available
179 Suriname No processing time available
180 Sweden 12 weeks
181 Switzerland 12 weeks
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 6 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania 12 weeks
187 Thailand 3 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 17 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 6 weeks
192 Tunisia 6 weeks
193 Turkiye 4 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 8 weeks
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 7 weeks
200 United Kingdom 8 weeks
201 United States of America 4 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 6 weeks
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela No processing time available
207 Vietnam 7 weeks
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia No processing time available
210 Zimbabwe 16 weeks

Processing times are always approximate and can change as IRCC adjusts workloads and priorities. For the most accurate information, be sure to check IRCC’s official website before submitting your application or making travel plans.

Knowing the current processing times really helps, you can plan better, set clear expectations, and prepare your application properly from the beginning. Many people still face delays because of small errors like missing documents or unclear details, which can be avoided with the right guidance.

That’s where we can help. We support individuals and families applying for visitor visas, work permits, and study permits. From organizing your documents to tracking your application after submission, we make the process easier and more accurate.

Thinking about coming to Canada? Let’s get started. Contact us today for professional help with your visa or permit application.

Schedule a 30-minute / 60- minute consultation or contact us at:
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November 13, 2025
November 13, 2025

Canada invites 1,000 CEC candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

On November 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held Draw #378.

See below details of November 12 draw

  • Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

  • Draw Date: November 12, 2025

  • CRS Score: 533

  • Number of Invitations: 1,000

  • Tie Breaking Rule: October 17, 2025

The draw was specific to the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program meaning candidates who already have skilled work experience in Canada.

In short: If you’re in the Express Entry pool under CEC, and your CRS is around 533 (or higher), you had a shot this time.

Here’s why this draw is important and what you should keep in mind:

It tells us where the bar currently is

The CRS cut-off of 533 gives you a benchmark. If you’re preparing your profile, you now know roughly what you may need to aim for (though it can change).

Program-specific draws are the trend

Rather than “all-program” draws (where anyone under the three main Express Entry programs is considered), IRCC is doing more program-specific draws. 
That means: If you have Canadian experience, you’re in a favourable track. If not, you might need to look at other categories or boost your score.

Competition remains strong

Even though this is a program-specific draw, a cut-off of over 500 shows the competition remains high. If you’re a profile with lower CRS, you’ll need to consider ways to improve your score.

Timing and selections are strategic

IRCC uses tie-breaking rules (for example, a profile submitted before a certain date/time will be favoured when scores are equal) and monitors labour market needs. 
It’s smart to have your profile in early and keep it up to date.

Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score
November 10 Provincial Nominee Program 714 738
October 29 French language proficiency 6,000 416
October 28 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 533
October 27 Provincial Nominee Program 302 761
October 15 Healthcare and social services 2,500 472
October 14 Provincial Nominee Program 345 778
October 6 French language proficiency 4,500 432
October 1 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 29 Provincial Nominee Program 291 855
September 18 Trade 1,250 505
September 17 Education 2,500 462
September 15 Provincial Nominee Program 228 746
September 4 French language proficiency 4,500 446
September 3 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 2 Provincial Nominee Program 249 772
August 19 Healthcare and social services 2,500 470
August 18 Provincial Nominee Program 192 800
August 8 French language proficiency 2,500 481
August 7 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
August 6 Provincial Nominee Program 225 739
July 22 Healthcare and social services 4,000 475
July 21 Provincial Nominee Program 202 788
July 8 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 518
July 7 Provincial Nominee Program 356 750
June 26 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 521
June 23 Provincial Nominee Program 503 742
June 12 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 529
June 10 Provincial Nominee Program 125 784
June 4 Healthcare and social services 500 504
June 2 Provincial Nominee Program 277 726
May 13 Canadian Experience Class 500 547
May 12 Provincial Nominee Program 511 706
May 2 Healthcare and social services 500 510
May 1 Education 1,000 479
April 28 Provincial Nominee Program 421 727
April 14 Provincial Nominee Program 825 764
March 21 French language proficiency 7,500 379
March 17 Provincial Nominee Program 536 736
March 6 French language proficiency 4,500 410
March 3 Provincial Nominee Program 725 667
February 19 French language proficiency 6,500 428
February 17 Provincial Nominee Program 646 750
February 5 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 521
February 4 Provincial Nominee Program 455 802
January 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 527
January 8 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
January 7 Provincial Nominee Program 471 793

What this means for you

Depending on where you are in your journey, here are some take-aways:

If you’re already in the EE pool

  • Check your CRS: If you’re 533 or above, you might be in the ballpark for CEC draws like this one.

  • If you’re below that, you can boost your CRS via:

    • Better language test results (higher scores)

    • Additional Canadian work experience (for CEC)

    • A job offer in Canada (if eligible)

    • Getting a provincial nomination (PNP) – adds 600 points.

  • Keep your profile updated. Make sure you don’t miss any deadlines or fail to provide required documentation if you get an ITA (Invitation to Apply).

If you’re not yet in the pool

  • Make sure you qualify for one of the Express Entry programs (CEC, Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades)  each has eligibility criteria.

  • Get your documents ready: language test, educational credential assessment (if needed), proof of work experience, etc.

  • Consider the program-specific angle: If you have Canadian skilled work experience, CEC might be the path. If you have something unique (French-language proficiency, trades, etc), keep an eye on category-based draws.

If you’re watching for future draws

  • Because the draw was program-specific, if you’re not in CEC, you may need to wait for a draw applicable to your program or improve your CRS.

  • The pool of candidates changes constantly, new profiles go in, old ones expire. Your relative standing can shift.

  • Stay informed: IRCC publishes draw results, and immigration-weekday sites/blogs track trends.

A few extra tips

  • Don’t assume every draw will look like this. The number of invites and CRS cut-offs can change. Program-specific draws might have very different cut-off scores than general draws.

  • Tie-breaker matters. If you have the same CRS as someone else, but submitted later, you may miss out. So profile submission time counts.

  • Focus on increasing your CRS if you’re below the cut-off. Sometimes even a small bump in language test scores or a new job can make a difference.

  • Keep your profile current. If your situation changes (e.g., more work experience, improved language), update the profile — you don’t want outdated info.

  • Have your documents ready. If you’re invited (an ITA), you’ll have a limited window (typically 60 days) to submit a full application. Having everything ready in advance helps.

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, submitting a work permit or visa application, creating an Expression of Interest (EOI), setting up an Express Entry or Provincial Nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an Invitation to Apply, or simply want a professional review of your self-prepared application, we’re here to assist you.

Schedule a 30-minute / 60- minute consultation or contact us at:
info@eseumohimmigration.com

 

November 11, 2025
November 11, 2025

Canada’s latest Express Entry draw (November 2025): What You Need to Know

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Thinking about immigrating to Canada? You’ll want to hear about the latest Express Entry draw, which took place on November 10, 2025.

This draw was another reminder that the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) continues to play a huge role in Canada’s immigration system.

Whether you’re already in the Express Entry pool or planning to join soon, here’s what happened, what it means, and how you can use this information to boost your chances.

Quick recap of the November 10 draw

  • Draw Number: #377

  • Date: November 10, 2025

  • Type: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) only

  • Invitations Issued: 714

  • Minimum CRS Score: 738

  • Tie-Breaking Rule: February 22, 2025

In simple terms, this draw was only for candidates nominated by a Canadian province or territory.
Each PNP nomination adds 600 CRS points to your profile, so these candidates already had a major advantage.

What’s a PNP draw?

The Provincial Nominee Program allows provinces to choose skilled workers who can fill local labour shortages.
Each province has its own PNP streams focusing on different needs, for example:

  • Ontario often invites tech professionals.

  • Alberta targets workers in healthcare and trades.

  • British Columbia looks for candidates in tech, construction, and hospitality.

If you receive a PNP nomination, you’re practically guaranteed an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency in the next draw.

Why is the CRS Cut-Off so high (738!)?

A CRS cut-off score of 738 may sound intimidating but remember, PNP candidates automatically get 600 points.
This means their base CRS score (before nomination) was around 130–140.

This high cutoff simply shows that:

  • The draw was small (only 714 invitations).

  • It focused entirely on PNP-nominated candidates.

So if your CRS score is lower, don’t worry, there are plenty of other draws that focus on different categories.

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score
November 11 Provincial Nominee Program 714 738
October 29 French language proficiency 6,000 416
October 28 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 533
October 27 Provincial Nominee Program 302 761
October 15 Healthcare and social services 2,500 472
October 14 Provincial Nominee Program 345 778
October 6 French language proficiency 4,500 432
October 1 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 29 Provincial Nominee Program 291 855
September 18 Trade 1,250 505
September 17 Education 2,500 462
September 15 Provincial Nominee Program 228 746
September 4 French language proficiency 4,500 446
September 3 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
September 2 Provincial Nominee Program 249 772
August 19 Healthcare and social services 2,500 470
August 18 Provincial Nominee Program 192 800
August 8 French language proficiency 2,500 481
August 7 Canadian Experience Class 1,000 534
August 6 Provincial Nominee Program 225 739
July 22 Healthcare and social services 4,000 475
July 21 Provincial Nominee Program 202 788
July 8 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 518
July 7 Provincial Nominee Program 356 750
June 26 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 521
June 23 Provincial Nominee Program 503 742
June 12 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 529
June 10 Provincial Nominee Program 125 784
June 4 Healthcare and social services 500 504
June 2 Provincial Nominee Program 277 726
May 13 Canadian Experience Class 500 547
May 12 Provincial Nominee Program 511 706
May 2 Healthcare and social services 500 510
May 1 Education 1,000 479
April 28 Provincial Nominee Program 421 727
April 14 Provincial Nominee Program 825 764
March 21 French language proficiency 7,500 379
March 17 Provincial Nominee Program 536 736
March 6 French language proficiency 4,500 410
March 3 Provincial Nominee Program 725 667
February 19 French language proficiency 6,500 428
February 17 Provincial Nominee Program 646 750
February 5 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 521
February 4 Provincial Nominee Program 455 802
January 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 527
January 8 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
January 7 Provincial Nominee Program 471 793

What this means for you

If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada, here’s what this draw tells us:

  1. Provincial nomination is powerful.
    It can completely change your chances of getting invited. If your CRS score isn’t super high, try applying for a provincial program that matches your skills.

  2. Keep improving your CRS score.
    Even small changes like retaking your IELTS, getting more work experience, or adding your spouse’s credentials can make a big difference.

  3. Stay in the pool and stay updated.
    Express Entry draws can happen every two weeks, but sometimes IRCC surprises everyone with category-based or smaller draws. So keep your profile active and ready!

  4. Understand your options.
    Don’t focus only on one path. Some people get in through PNPs, others through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or category-based draws for in-demand jobs.

Canada’s bigger immigration picture

Canada recently shared its Immigration Levels Plan for 2026–2028, and it clearly shows one thing; the country still needs skilled newcomers.

However, IRCC is being more strategic, targeting workers who fit specific regional and job market needs.

So, if your career aligns with Canada’s labour shortages (like healthcare, tech, trades, or French-speaking roles), your chances are looking good!

How you can prepare?

This is the first Express Entry draw of November  and the first one since IRCC announced its new three-year Immigration Levels Plan. It’s also the biggest PNP draw we’ve seen since April 14, when 825 hopefuls were invited to apply for permanent residency.

To improve your chances:
– Consider applying for a provincial nomination
– Keep improving your CRS score
– Stay informed about category-based draws

Remember, immigration isn’t a one-time event but a journey. Stay patient, stay prepared, and your invitation might be closer than you think!

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, submitting a work permit or visa application, creating an Expression of Interest (EOI), setting up an Express Entry or Provincial Nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an Invitation to Apply, or simply want a professional review of your self-prepared application, we’re here to assist you.

Schedule a 30-minute / 60- minute consultation or contact us at:
info@eseumohimmigration.com

November 11, 2025
November 11, 2025

Manitoba targets Skilled Workers in first November 2025 PNP draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

On November 6, 2025, Manitoba held its first draw of the month for the Skilled Worker Stream under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). This draw focused on candidates with connections to Manitoba through employers, communities, or Francophone ties.

See below details of the November 6 MPNP draw:

  • Date: November 6, 2025

  • Stream: Skilled Worker Stream (Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas)

  • Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) issued: 47

  • Candidates with Express Entry profiles: 10

Breakdown by recruitment initiative:

  • Employer Services: 11

  • Francophone Community: 18

  • Regional Communities: 12

  • Ethnocultural Communities: 4

  • Temporary Public Policy (for work-permit holders): 2

What This Draw Means

  1. Targeted Approach
    Manitoba focused on smaller, strategic invitations rather than large draws, aiming for candidates with strong ties to the province.

  2. Focus on Communities
    The largest portion of invitations went to Francophone candidates, followed by regional communities and employer-driven candidates. This supports both language diversity and regional settlement.

  3. Express Entry and Temporary Workers
    Candidates with Express Entry profiles may benefit from faster processing and additional points for permanent residence. Temporary workers were also included, allowing them a path to stay in Canada long-term.

Comparison to Previous Draws

This draw was slightly larger than the previous one in October, which issued 29 invitations. Manitoba continues to use both large-volume and smaller, targeted draws to meet different immigration goals, such as regional development and retention of skilled workers.

Tips for Candidates

  • Strengthen ties to Manitoba through employers, community involvement, or Francophone connections.

  • Keep your Express Entry profile and job-seeker validation code current for faster processing.

  • Stay up to date with your EOI profile and ensure all your documents and credentials are valid.

Conclusion

The November 6, 2025 draw shows Manitoba’s commitment to a targeted immigration strategy, focusing on candidates most likely to settle and thrive in the province. Connections to Manitoba matter as much as eligibility, so candidates are encouraged to highlight their local ties.

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, submitting a work permit or visa application, creating an Expression of Interest (EOI), setting up an Express Entry or Provincial Nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an Invitation to Apply, or simply want a professional review of your self-prepared application, we’re here to assist you.

Schedule a 30-minute / 60- minute consultation or contact us at:
info@eseumohimmigration.com

November 10, 2025
November 10, 2025

Canada makes it easier for graduate students to get study permits from January 2026

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Study Visa

Dear future neighbour,

Good news for future international graduate students!

Starting January 1, 2026, master’s and PhD students at public universities in Canada will be exempt from the study-permit cap. This means if you’re planning to study at a public university, you won’t be limited by the federal enrolment quota that affects most undergraduate and college programs.

What does this mean for you?

Right now, Canada limits the number of study permits issued each year to manage housing and services. Many students also need a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) to show that their school has space within that cap.

From January 2026, graduate students at public universities will not need to worry about the cap or the attestation letter. You can apply for your study permit as soon as you have your acceptance letter.

Faster processing for PhD students

If you’re applying for a PhD, your study-permit application will be processed faster, with a target turnaround of about 14 days. This helps doctoral students start their programs on time and reduces the stress of waiting for a visa.

Who qualifies

You qualify if:

  • You are enrolling in a master’s or PhD program starting January 1, 2026, or later.

  • Your program is at a public Designated Learning Institution (DLI).

Students in private colleges, undergraduate programs, or short-term diplomas will still need to meet the cap and attestation requirements.

Why Canada is making this change

Canada wants to attract and keep highly skilled international students who contribute to research and innovation. Removing the cap for graduate programs makes it easier for talented students to study in Canada and strengthens the country’s global position in higher education.

How we can help

This new exemption makes studying in Canada easier, but the application process can still be tricky. We help students apply to Canadian universities and guide them through their study-permit applications, so you can focus on preparing for your studies while we handle the paperwork.

Quick FAQ

Q: When does the exemption start?
A: Reported to take effect January 1, 2026.

Q: Do master’s and PhD students still need a PAL/TAL?
A: For public DLIs, reported exemption removes the PAL/TAL requirement for master’s and doctoral applicants. Private DLIs remain subject to cap/attestation rules.

Q: Will PhD applicants get faster processing?
A: Reports indicate IRCC will prioritise doctoral study-permit applications with a target processing time of about 14 days for eligible applicants from outside Canada.

Q: Should I submit my application immediately?
A: If you have an offer from an eligible public university program commencing in/after January 2026, start preparing your study-permit application early and coordinate with your DLI’s international office. Confirm the exact documents the DLI recommends you submit.

Schedule a 30-minute / 60- minute consultation or contact us at:
info@eseumohimmigration.com

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