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October 9, 2025
October 9, 2025

Canada Temporary Visa Processing Times- October 8, 2025 Update

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Temporary Visa

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

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (VISITING VISA)
1 Afghanistan 121 days
2 Albania 56 days
3 Algeria 44 days
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola 555 days
6 Anguilla No processing time available
7 Antigua and Barbuda 28 days
8 Argentina 16 days
9 Armenia 25 days
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 10 days
12 Austria 78 days
13 Azerbaijan 21 days
14 Bahamas 38 days
15 Bahrain 31 days
16 Bangladesh 20 days
17 Barbados 32 days
18 Belarus 29 days
19 Belgium 104 days
20 Belize 15 days
21 Benin 460 days
22 Bermuda 34 days
23 Bhutan 19 days
24 Bolivia 16 days
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina 116 days
27 Botswana 162 days
28 Brazil 36 days
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria 11 days
32 Burkina Faso 97 days
33 Burma (Myanmar) 21 days
34 Burundi 152 days
35 Cambodia 21 days
36 Cameroon 593 days
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands 30 days
39 Central African Republic 149 days
40 Chad 251 days
41 Chile 16 days
42 China (People’s Republic of) 21 days
43 Colombia 51 days
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica 15 days
46 Côte d’Ivoire 179 days
47 Croatia 64 days
48 Cuba 15 days
49 Cyprus 55 days
50 Czech Republic 72 days
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 568 days
52 Denmark 44 days
53 Djibouti 29 days
54 Dominica 101 days
55 Dominican Republic 15 days
56 Ecuador 36 days
57 Egypt 125 days
58 El Salvador 15 days
59 Equatorial Guinea 336 days
60 Eritrea 66 days
61 Estonia 20 days
62 Eswatini 567 days
63 Ethiopia 63 days
64 Fiji 9 days
65 Finland 51 days
66 France 99 days
67 Gabon 152 days
68 Gambia 364 days
69 Georgia 21 days
70 Germany 93 days
71 Ghana 99 days
72 Greece 57 days
73 Grenada 29 days
74 Gautemala 15 days
75 Guinea 185 days
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana 28 days
78 Haiti 18 days
79 Holy See No processing time avaialable
80 Honduras 15 days
81 Hong Kong SAR 22 days
82 Hungary 67 days
83 Iceland 148 days
84 India 77 days
85 Indonesia 34 days
86 Iran 202 days
87 Iraq 175 days
88 Ireland 44 days
89 Israel 46 days
90 Italy 55 days
91 Jamaica 32 days
92 Japan 29 days
93 Jordan 145 days
94 Kazakhstan 26 days
95 Kenya 72 days
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo 95 days
98 Kuwait 43 days
99 Kyrgyzstan 17 days
100 Laos 18 days
101 Latvia 21 days
102 Lebanon 49 days
103 Lesotho 438 days
104 Liberia 170 days
105 Libya 101 days
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania 18 days
108 Luxembourg 92 days
109 Macao SAR 20 days
110 Macedonia 93 days
111 Madagascar 394 days
112 Malawi 425 days
113 Malaysia 31 days
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 82 days
116 Malta 44 days
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania 470 days
120 Mauritius 60 days
121 Mexico 63 days
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova 10 days
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 22 days
126 Montenegro 80 days
127 Morocco 64 days
128 Mozambique 486 days
129 Namibia 473 days
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 18 days
132 Netherlands 47 days
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand 9 days
135 Nicaragua 16 days
136 Niger 224 days
137 Nigeria 28 days
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 79 days
140 Oman 32 days
141 Pakistan 50 days
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) 386 days
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) 386 days
144 Panama 36 days
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay 15 days
147 Peru 16 days
148 Philippines 18 days
149 Poland 24 days
150 Portugal 94 days
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 47 days
153 Romania 9 days
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 111 days
155 Russia 29 days
156 Rwanda 143 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 74 days
161 Senegal 244 days
162 Serbia 91 days
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 137 days
165 Singapore 32 days
166 Slovakia No processing time available
167 Slovenia 71 days
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia 54 days
170 South Africa 374 days
171 South Korea 28 days
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 99 days
174 Sri Lanka 66 days
175 St. Kitts and Nevis 27 days
176 St. Lucia 35 days
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines 36 days
178 Sudan 287 days
179 Suriname 22 days
180 Sweden 51 days
181 Switzerland 99 days
182 Syria 289 days
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 26 days
185 Tajikistan 29 days
186 Tanzania 124 days
187 Thailand 20 days
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 336 days
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 32 days
192 Tunisia 93 days
193 Turkiye 18 days
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands 31 days
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 71 days
198 Ukraine 46 days
199 United Arab Emirates 75 days
200 United Kingdom 49 days
201 United States of America 24 days
202 Uruguay 17 days
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 26 days
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela 36 days
207 Vietnam 35 days
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia 699 days
210 Zimbabwe 533 days

 

 

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

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (WORK PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 10 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 6 weeks
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 3 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 9 weeks
17 Barbados No processing time available
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 5 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 7 weeks
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 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 6 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 5 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 8 weeks
43 Colombia 8 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 15 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 6 weeks
56 Ecuador 9 weeks
57 Egypt 12 weeks
58 El Salvador 3 weeks
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 11 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 32 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 8 weeks
85 Indonesia No processing time available
86 Iran 50 weeks
87 Iraq 48 weeks
88 Ireland No processing time available
89 Israel 9 weeks
90 Italy 10 weeks
91 Jamaica 5 weeks
92 Japan 7 weeks
93 Jordan No processing time available
94 Kazakhstan No processing time available
95 Kenya 9 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 18 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 22 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 7 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 27 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 12 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway No processing time available
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 11 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 4 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 20 weeks
153 Romania No processing time available
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) No processing time available
155 Russia 7 weeks
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 7 weeks
161 Senegal 9 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone No processing time available
165 Singapore 8 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 24 weeks
171 South Korea 9 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 7 weeks
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 5 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 11 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 5 weeks
192 Tunisia 10 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 No processing time available
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 23 weeks
200 United Kingdom 9 weeks
201 United States of America 3 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

 

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

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME (STUDY PERMIT)
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 7 weeks
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 10 weeks
13 Azerbaijan 5 weeks
14 Bahamas 11 weeks
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 3 weeks
17 Barbados 10 weeks
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 10 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 10 weeks
22 Bermuda No processing time available
23 Bhutan 4 weeks
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 7 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) 4 weeks
34 Burundi 13 weeks
35 Cambodia 4 weeks
36 Cameroon 6 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 9 weeks
41 Chile 10 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 6 weeks
43 Colombia 7 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 8 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic 10 weeks
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 5 weeks
52 Denmark 11 weeks
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 5 weeks
56 Ecuador 6 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 10 weeks
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 10 weeks
67 Gabon 6 weeks
68 Gambia 9 weeks
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 10 weeks
71 Ghana 12 weeks
72 Greece No processing time available
73 Grenada No processing time available
74 Gautemala No processing time available
75 Guinea 8 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 10 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 4 weeks
85 Indonesia 4 weeks
86 Iran 52 weeks
87 Iraq 17 weeks
88 Ireland 11 weeks
89 Israel 10 weeks
90 Italy 10 weeks
91 Jamaica 4 weeks
92 Japan 10 weeks
93 Jordan 6 weeks
94 Kazakhstan 8 weeks
95 Kenya 9 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 7 weeks
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 9 weeks
103 Lesotho No processing time available
104 Liberia 11 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 21 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 9 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 10 weeks
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 15 weeks
121 Mexico 5 weeks
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova No processing time available
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 3 weeks
126 Montenegro No processing time available
127 Morocco 8 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 11 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 10 weeks
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 10 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 8 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 6 weeks
161 Senegal 7 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 7 weeks
165 Singapore 9 weeks
166 Slovakia 11 weeks
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islands No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 12 weeks
171 South Korea 11 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 11 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 10 weeks
181 Switzerland 10 weeks
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 12 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania 12 weeks
187 Thailand 4 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 12 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 5 weeks
192 Tunisia 8 weeks
193 Turkiye 3 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 11 weeks
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 9 weeks
200 United Kingdom 10 weeks
201 United States of America 10 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 4 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 15 weeks

 

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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025

Canada Visa & Permit Processing Times – Weekly Update

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

If you’re planning to travel, work, or study in Canada, it’s important to know how long it may take for your application to be processed. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updates processing times regularly, and these can vary depending on the type of application and the applicant’s country of residence.

Below, you’ll find the most recent processing time updates for:

  • Visitor Visas

  • Work Permits

  • Study Permits

These estimates provide an overview of how long applications are currently taking to be finalized. Please note that processing times are subject to change and can be affected by the volume of applications, local visa office capacity, and individual circumstances.

Check the tables below for the latest timelines specific to your country.

IRCC processing time for Visitor Visa as at October 1, 2025

A visitor visa allows foreign nationals to travel to Canada for tourism, family visits, or short-term business. It is usually required for citizens of countries that are not visa-exempt.

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME
1 Afghanistan 91 days
2 Albania 55 days
3 Algeria 44 days
4 Andorra No processing time available
5 Angola 569 days
6 Anguilla No processing time
7 Antigua and Barbuda 27 days
8 Argentina 15 days
9 Armenia 26 days
10 Aruba 24 days
11 Australia 11 days
12 Austria 115 days
13 Azerbaijan 21 days
14 Bahamas 35 days
15 Bahrain 36 days
16 Bangladesh 21 days
17 Barbados 33 days
18 Belarus 29 days
19 Belgium 101 days
20 Belize 16 days
21 Benin 379 days
22 Bermuda 35 days
23 Bhutan 19 days
24 Bolivia 16 days
25 Bonaire No processing time available
26 Bosnia and Herzegovina 131 days
27 Botswana 464 days
28 Brazil 37 days
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria 9 days
32 Burkina Faso 95 days
33 Burma (Myanmar) 21 days
34 Burundi 144 days
35 Cambodia 21 days
36 Cameroon 590 days
37 Cabo Verde No processing time available
38 Cayman Islands 31 days
39 Central African Republic 160 days
40 Chad 254 days
41 Chile 16 days
42 China (People’s Republic of) 21 days
43 Colombia 57 days
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica 15 days
46 Côte d’Ivoire 205 days
47 Croatia 64 days
48 Cuba 15 days
49 Cyprus 50 days
50 Czech Republic 113 days
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 577 days
52 Denmark 43 days
53 Djibouti 24 days
54 Dominica 101 days
55 Dominican Republic 15 days
56 Ecuador 36 days
57 Egypt 124 days
58 El Salvador 15 days
59 Equatorial Guinea 162 days
60 Eritrea 66 days
61 Estonia 19 days
62 Eswatini 591 days
63 Ethiopia 68 days
64 Fiji 12 days
65 Finland 49 days
66 France 96 days
67 Gabon 152 days
68 Gambia 393 days
69 Georgia 21 days
70 Germany 102 days
71 Ghana 92 days
72 Greece 57 days
73 Grenada 28 days
74 Gautemala 15 days
75 Guinea 198 days
76 Guinea-Bissau No processing time available
77 Guyana 28 days
78 Haiti 20 days
79 Holy See No processing time avaialable
80 Honduras 15 days
81 Hong Kong SAR 24 days
82 Hungary 71 days
83 Iceland 162 days
84 India 75 days
85 Indonesia 38 days
86 Iran 181 days
87 Iraq 185 days
88 Ireland 44 days
89 Israel 57 days
90 Italy 56 days
91 Jamaica 33 days
92 Japan 28 days
93 Jordan 153 days
94 Kazakhstan 27 days
95 Kenya 76 days
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo 152 days
98 Kuwait 46 days
99 Kyrgyzstan 17 days
100 Laos 19 days
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 51 days
103 Lesotho 409 days
104 Liberia 149 days
105 Libya 102 days
106 Liechtenstein No processing time available
107 Lithuania 17 days
108 Luxembourg 93 days
109 Macao SAR 21 days
110 Macedonia 140 days
111 Madagascar 363 days
112 Malawi 444 days
113 Malaysia 31 days
114 Maldives No processing time available
115 Mali 85 days
116 Malta 44 days
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique No processing time available
119 Mauritania 467 days
120 Mauritius 131 days
121 Mexico 63 days
122 Micronesia (Federated States of) No processing time available
123 Moldova 16 days
124 Monaco No processing time available
125 Mongolia 22 days
126 Montenegro 85 days
127 Morocco 66 days
128 Mozambique 495 days
129 Namibia 491 days
130 Nauru No processing time available
131 Nepal 17 days
132 Netherlands 47 days
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand 10 days
135 Nicaragua 17 days
136 Niger 294 days
137 Nigeria 28 days
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 51 days
140 Oman 39 days
141 Pakistan 46 days
142 Palestinian Authority (Gaza) 393 days
143 Palestinian Authority (West Bank) 393 days
144 Panama 36 days
145 Papua New Guinea No processing time available
146 Paraguay 15 days
147 Peru 15 days
148 Philippines 18 days
149 Poland 23 days
150 Portugal 88 days
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 49 days
153 Romania 7 days
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) 111 days
155 Russia 29 days
156 Rwanda 144 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 70 days
161 Senegal 277 days
162 Serbia 102 days
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 125 days
165 Singapore 34 days
166 Slovakia No processing time available
167 Slovenia 98 days
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia 41 days
170 South Africa 401 days
171 South Korea 28 days
172 South Sudan 51 days
173 Spain 95 days
174 Sri Lanka 66 days
175 St. Kitts and Nevis 27 days
176 St. Lucia 34 days
177 St. Vincent and Grenadines 36 days
178 Sudan 329 days
179 Suriname 12 days
180 Sweden 47 days
181 Switzerland 102 days
182 Syria 105 days
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 26 days
185 Tajikistan 29 days
186 Tanzania 137 days
187 Thailand 20 days
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 176 days
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 31 days
192 Tunisia 92 days
193 Turkiye 17 days
194 Turkmenistan 43 days
195 Turks and Caicos Islands 35 days
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 71 days
198 Ukraine 46 days
199 United Arab Emirates 73 days
200 United Kingdom 48 days
201 United States of America 23 days
202 Uruguay 16 days
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 24 days
205 Vanuatu No processing time available
206 Venezuela 36 days
207 Vietnam 34 days
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia 516 days
210 Zimbabwe 531 days

 

See below IRCC processing time for Work Permit as at October 1, 2025

A work permit allows foreign nationals to work legally in Canada for a specified employer, job, or period of time. Depending on the program, some permits are employer-specific while others are open work permits.

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME 
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 10 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 6 weeks
9 Armenia No processing time available
10 Aruba No processing time available
11 Australia 4 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 9 weeks
17 Barbados No processing time available
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 5 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 7 weeks
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 7 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) No processing time available
34 Burundi No processing time available
35 Cambodia No processing time available
36 Cameroon 7 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) 7 weeks
43 Colombia 8 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 15 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) 10 weeks
52 Denmark No processing time available
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 6 weeks
56 Ecuador 9 weeks
57 Egypt 14 weeks
58 El Salvador 3 weeks
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 11 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 31 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 8 weeks
85 Indonesia No processing time available
86 Iran 47 weeks
87 Iraq 43 weeks
88 Ireland No processing time available
89 Israel 7 weeks
90 Italy 9 weeks
91 Jamaica 5 weeks
92 Japan 7 weeks
93 Jordan No processing time available
94 Kazakhstan No processing time available
95 Kenya No processing time available
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait No processing time available
99 Kyrgyzstan No processing time available
100 Laos No processing time available
101 Latvia No processing time available
102 Lebanon 9weeks
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 23 weeks
112 Malawi No processing time available
113 Malaysia 8 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 26 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 11 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway No processing time available
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 12 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 4 weeks
148 Philippines 7 weeks
149 Poland No processing time available
150 Portugal No processing time available
151 Puerto Rico No processing time available
152 Qatar 26 weeks
153 Romania No processing time available
154 Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) No processing time available
155 Russia 7 weeks
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 7 weeks
161 Senegal 9 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 19 weeks
171 South Korea 9 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 9 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 11 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 4 weeks
192 Tunisia 9 weeks
193 Turkiye 3 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 22 weeks
200 United Kingdom 7 weeks
201 United States of America 3 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 9 weeks
208 Yemen No processing time available
209 Zambia No processing time available
210 Zimbabwe No processing time available

 

See below IRCC processing time for Study Permit as at October 1, 2025

A study permit is required for international students who wish to pursue academic, vocational, or professional training at designated learning institutions in Canada. It outlines the conditions of study and the length of stay.

S/N COUNTRY PROCESSING TIME 
1 Afghanistan No processing time available
2 Albania 5 weeks
3 Algeria 5 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 10 weeks
13 Azerbaijan 6 weeks
14 Bahamas 11 weeks
15 Bahrain No processing time available
16 Bangladesh 4 weeks
17 Barbados 11 weeks
18 Belarus No processing time available
19 Belgium 10 weeks
20 Belize No processing time available
21 Benin 9 weeks
22 Bermuda 11 weeks
23 Bhutan 4 weeks
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 5 weeks
29 British Virgin Islands No processing time available
30 Brunei No processing time available
31 Bulgaria No processing time available
32 Burkina Faso 6 weeks
33 Burma (Myanmar) 4 weeks
34 Burundi 12 weeks
35 Cambodia 4 weeks
36 Cameroon 6 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 7 weeks
41 Chile 10 weeks
42 China (People’s Republic of) 5 weeks
43 Colombia 6 weeks
44 Comoros Island No processing time available
45 Costa Rica No processing time available
46 Côte d’Ivoire 8 weeks
47 Croatia No processing time available
48 Cuba No processing time available
49 Cyprus No processing time available
50 Czech Republic 10 weeks
51 Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) 4 weeks
52 Denmark 11 weeks
53 Djibouti No processing time available
54 Dominica No processing time available
55 Dominican Republic 5 weeks
56 Ecuador 6 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 11 weeks
64 Fiji No processing time available
65 Finland No processing time available
66 France 10 weeks
67 Gabon 6 weeks
68 Gambia 10 weeks
69 Georgia No processing time available
70 Germany 10 weeks
71 Ghana 11 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 10 weeks
82 Hungary No processing time available
83 Iceland No processing time available
84 India 4 weeks
85 Indonesia 4 weeks
86 Iran 49 weeks
87 Iraq 14 weeks
88 Ireland 11 weeks
89 Israel 10 weeks
90 Italy 10 weeks
91 Jamaica 4 weeks
92 Japan 10 weeks
93 Jordan 6 weeks
94 Kazakhstan 9 weeks
95 Kenya 9 weeks
96 Kiribati No processing time available
97 Kosovo No processing time available
98 Kuwait 13 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 9 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 7 weeks
116 Malta No processing time available
117 Marshall Islands No processing time available
118 Martinique 10 weeks
119 Mauritania No processing time available
120 Mauritius 11 weeks
121 Mexico 5 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 8 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 11 weeks
133 New Caledonia No processing time available
134 New Zealand No processing time available
135 Nicaragua No processing time available
136 Niger 7 weeks
137 Nigeria 8 weeks
138 North Korea No processing time available
139 Norway 10 weeks
140 Oman No processing time available
141 Pakistan 9 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 5 weeks
149 Poland 9 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) 8 weeks
155 Russia 6 weeks
156 Rwanda 13 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 5 weeks
161 Senegal 7 weeks
162 Serbia No processing time available
163 Seychelles No processing time available
164 Sierra Leone 6 weeks
165 Singapore 10 weeks
166 Slovakia 11 weeks
167 Slovenia No processing time available
168 Solomon Islanda No processing time available
169 Somalia No processing time available
170 South Africa 14 weeks
171 South Korea 11 weeks
172 South Sudan No processing time available
173 Spain 11 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 10 weeks
181 Switzerland 10 weeks
182 Syria No processing time available
183 Tahiti No processing time available
184 Taiwan 12 weeks
185 Tajikistan No processing time available
186 Tanzania 13 weeks
187 Thailand 4 weeks
188 Timor-Leste (Timor oriental) No processing time available
189 Togo 9 weeks
190 Tonga No processing time available
191 Trinidad and Tobago 5 weeks
192 Tunisia 7 weeks
193 Turkiye 3 weeks
194 Turkmenistan No processing time available
195 Turks and Caicos Islands No processing time available
196 Tuvalu No processing time available
197 Uganda 11 weeks
198 Ukraine No processing time available
199 United Arab Emirates 9 weeks
200 United Kingdom 10 weeks
201 United States of America 10 weeks
202 Uruguay No processing time available
203 US Virgin Islands No processing time available
204 Uzbekistan 4 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 13 weeks

 

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May 6, 2025
May 6, 2025

IRCC Eases IEC Work Permit Process

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

Foreign nationals participating in the International Experience Canada (IEC) program no longer need to exit Canada to receive a new work permit, thanks to an updated policy from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). As long as applicants meet certain conditions, their work permit can now be delivered by mail within Canada.

Who Qualifies?

To be eligible for the mailed work permit:

  • The applicant must have been in Canada with a valid IEC permit when applying for another round of participation.

  • They need a valid Port of Entry (POE) Letter of Introduction and must request the permit before it expires.

  • Their legal status in Canada must be maintained during the entire process.

This temporary measure remains in effect until December 1, 2025.

Applicants not meeting these criteria must still leave and return to Canada—but not via the U.S. or Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, due to the recent flagpoling restrictions introduced in December 2024.

Why the Change?

Previously, IEC participants had to leave and re-enter Canada to activate a second IEC work permit. While some could combine this with travel plans, others wishing to stay continuously found it inconvenient—especially after IRCC limited the flagpoling option at land borders.

This change offers a smoother transition for those seeking an extension, allowing continued stay and employment without disruption. However, applicants should apply early, as processing may take four to six weeks or longer.

About IEC

IEC enables youth from over 30 partner countries to work and travel in Canada for up to two years, fostering cultural exchange and professional growth. The program includes:

  • Working Holiday

  • Young Professionals

  • International Co-op (Internship)

A POE Letter of Introduction is required before entering Canada to activate the work permit.

If you need help with visa applications, permit renewals, or setting up your immigration profile, contact info@eseumohimmigration.com or schedule a consultation.

March 19, 2025
March 19, 2025

Canada Eases PGWP Rules for College Graduates

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

In a major update to Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, the government has removed the field-of-study restrictions for graduates of college bachelor’s programs, effective March 2025.

What’s Changed?

Before the change, international students who completed a college bachelor’s program had to ensure their course of study was connected to specific job sectors in demand to be eligible for a PGWP. Now, this requirement is no longer in place, making it easier for graduates to apply for the work permit, similar to university graduates.

Language Requirements

Along with this change, new language proficiency standards have been introduced. Graduates applying for a PGWP after November 1, 2024, will need to show proof of their language skills:

  • For university-level programs (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees): A Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 in English or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) level 7 in French.
  • For college or other non-university programs: A CLB level 5 or NCLC level 5 is required.

These new language requirements ensure graduates are ready to enter the workforce and communicate effectively in their careers.

Impact on International Students

The removal of the field-of-study restriction offers more freedom for international students in choosing programs without worrying about PGWP eligibility based on their course. However, to qualify for a PGWP, students must meet the language proficiency standards.

Students who started their programs before November 1, 2024, are not affected by these new requirements.

This update makes it easier for international students to work in Canada after graduation and provides more opportunities to gain valuable work experience.

Do you need help with securing admission into a Canadian College/University?

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January 23, 2025
January 23, 2025

Canada Updates TEER 2 and TEER 3 Occupations Eligible for Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) in 2025

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News, vacancies

Dear future neighbour,

On January 22, 2025, the Canadian government released an updated list of TEER 2 and TEER 3 occupations eligible for the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP). This policy change, effective January 21, 2025, aims to refine the eligibility criteria for spouses of foreign workers in Canada. 

Key Updates:

Eligibility Criteria:

•Spouses of foreign workers can apply for a SOWP if the principal applicant is employed in:

•A TEER 0 occupation.

•A TEER 1 occupation.

•Specific TEER 2 and TEER 3 occupations listed below.

•The foreign worker’s permit must have at least 16 months validity remaining at the time of the SOWP application.

Full list of Eligible TEER 2 and TEER 3 Occupations for SOWPs

See below list of eligible TEER 2 and TEER 3 occupations:

  1. Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors: NOC Code 22313
  2. Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics: NOC Code 22312
  3. Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment): NOC Code 22311
  4. Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22310
  5. Construction estimators: NOC Code 22303
  6. Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22302
  7. Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22301
  8. Civil engineering technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22300
  9. Construction inspectors: NOC Code 22233
  10. Occupational health and safety specialists: NOC Code 22232
  11. Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers: NOC Code 22231
  12. Non-destructive testers and inspectors: NOC Code 22230
  13. Information systems testing technicians: NOC Code 22222
  14. User support technicians: NOC Code 22221
  15. Computer network and web technicians: NOC Code 22220
  16. Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology: NOC Code 22214
  17. Land survey technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22213
  18. Drafting technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22212
  19. Industrial designers: NOC Code 22211
  20. Architectural technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22210
  21. Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists: NOC Code 22114
  22. Conservation and fishery officers: NOC Code 22113
  23. Forestry technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22112
  24. Agricultural and fish products inspectors: NOC Code 22111
  25. Biological technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22110
  26. Geological and mineral technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22101
  27. Chemical technologists and technicians: NOC Code 22100

NOC Group 32 – Technical Occupations in Health

  1. Opticians: NOC Code 32100
  2. Licensed practical nurses: NOC Code 32101
  3. Paramedical occupations: NOC Code 32102
  4. Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists: NOC Code 32103
  5. Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians: NOC Code 32104
  6. Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment: NOC Code 32109
  7. Denturists: NOC Code 32110
  8. Dental hygienists and dental therapists: NOC Code 32111
  9. Dental technologists and technicians: NOC Code 32112
  10. Medical laboratory technologists: NOC Code 32120
  11. Medical radiation technologists: NOC Code 32121
  12. Medical sonographers: NOC Code 32122
  13. Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists: NOC Code 32123
  14. Pharmacy technicians: NOC Code 32124
  15. Other medical technologists and technicians: NOC Code 32129
  16. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists: NOC Code 32200
  17. Massage therapists: NOC Code 32201
  18. Other practitioners of natural healing: NOC Code 32209
  1. Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces: NOC Code 42102
  2. Early childhood educators and assistants: NOC Code 42202

NOC Group 72 – Technical Trades and Transportation Officers and Controllers

  1. Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations: NOC Code 72010
  2. Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations: NOC Code 72011
  3. Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades: NOC Code 72012
  4. Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades: NOC Code 72013
  5. Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers and servicers: NOC Code 72014
  6. Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades: NOC Code 72020
  7. Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews: NOC Code 72021
  8. Supervisors, printing and related occupations: NOC Code 72022
  9. Supervisors, railway transport operations: NOC Code 72023
  10. Supervisors, motor transport and other ground transit operators: NOC Code 72024
  11. Supervisors, mail and message distribution occupations: NOC Code 72025
  12. Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors: NOC Code 72100
  13. Tool and die makers: NOC Code 72101
  14. Sheet metal workers: NOC Code 72102
  15. Boilermakers: NOC Code 72103
  16. Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters: NOC Code 72104
  17. Ironworkers: NOC Code 72105
  18. Welders and related machine operators: NOC Code 72106
  19. Electricians (except industrial and power system): NOC Code 72200
  20. Industrial electricians: NOC Code 72201
  21. Power system electricians: NOC Code 72202

NOC Group 33 – Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services

  1. Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants – NOC 33100
  2. Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations – NOC 33101
  3. Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates – NOC 33102
  4. Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants – NOC 33103
  5. Other assisting occupations in support of health services – NOC 33109
  1. Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants – NOC 43100
  2. Operations Members of the Canadian Armed Forces – NOC 43204

NOC Group 53 – Occupations in Art, Culture, and Sport

  1. Athletes – NOC 53200
  2. Coaches – NOC 53201

NOC Group 73 – General Trades

  1. Concrete finishers – NOC 73100
  2. Tilesetters – NOC 73101
  3. Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers, and lathers – NOC 73102
  4. Roofers and shinglers – NOC 73110
  5. Glaziers – NOC 73111
  6. Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) – NOC 73112
  7. Floor covering installers – NOC 73113
  8. Residential and commercial installers and servicers – NOC 73200
  9. General building maintenance workers and building superintendents – NOC 73201
  10. Pest controllers and fumigators – NOC 73202
  11. Other repairers and servicers – NOC 73209
  12. Transport truck drivers – NOC 73300
  13. Bus drivers, subway operators, and other transit operators – NOC 73301
  14. Railway and yard locomotive engineers – NOC 73310
  15. Railway conductors and brakemen/women – NOC 73311
  16. Heavy equipment operators – NOC 73400
  17. Printing press operators – NOC 73401
  18. Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying, and construction – NOC 73402

NOC Group 82: Supervisory Roles in Natural Resources

  1. Supervisors, logging and forestry – NOC 82010
  2. Supervisors, mining and quarrying – NOC 82020
  3. Contractors and supervisors, oil and gas drilling and services – NOC 82021
  4. Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors – NOC 82030
  5. Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance, and horticulture services – NOC 82031
  1. Underground production and development miners – NOC 83100
  2. Oil and gas well drillers, servicers, testers, and related workers – NOC 83101
  3. Logging machinery operators – NOC 83110
  4. Fishing masters and officers – NOC 83120
  5. Fishermen/women – NOC 83121

Spouses of foreign workers can now access greater opportunities to integrate into Canadian society and support their families, making Canada an even more attractive destination for skilled professionals worldwide.

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January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025

How Workers in Canada Can Change Employers on Closed Work Permits: January 2025 Update

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News, Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

Foreign workers in Canada holding employer-specific, or “closed,” work permits are authorized to work solely for the employer listed on their permit. However, if you wish to change employers, a structured process allows you to commence new employment while awaiting approval of a new work permit.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible to change employers under this process, you must:

•Be physically present in Canada with valid temporary resident status, which includes maintained status.

•Have held a valid work permit or been authorized to work without a permit at the time of submitting a new employer-specific work permit application.

•Have submitted an application for a new employer-specific work permit, with the decision still pending.

•Intend to work for the new employer specified in your job offer.

Steps to Follow:

1.Apply for a New Work Permit:

•Submit an application for a new employer-specific work permit, ensuring all required documentation is included.

2.Request Interim Work Authorization:

•After applying, request authorization to begin working for your new employer while your application is processed.

•Use the IRCC web form to submit your request.

•In the “Your enquiry” section, include the following template, filling in the necessary details:

Priority Code PPCHANGEWORK2020: I am requesting consideration under the temporary public policy to exempt foreign nationals in Canada from certain requirements when changing employment during the coronavirus pandemic, and request that the applicable exemptions be granted until the decision is made on my work permit application or it is withdrawn.

I attest that I hold/held a work permit valid until [DATE] for employer [name] / in occupation [job title] and I have received new job offer for [new employer name] / [new occupation job title].

I have submitted my application for a work permit online or I submitted my application on paper and the postal/courier tracking number is [number].

I intend to work for the [new employer name] / [new occupation job title] specified in the aforementioned work permit application.

•Ensure the code “PPCHANGEWORK2020” is included to prioritize your request.

3.Await Authorization:

•IRCC will review your request and, if approved, provide interim authorization to commence employment with your new employer while your work permit application is processed.

Important Considerations:

•This process is facilitated by a temporary public policy introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic to expedite employment transitions for foreign workers.

•Ensure your current work permit remains valid during the application process to maintain legal status in Canada.

•Open work permit holders can change employers at any time without needing to follow this process.

By adhering to these steps, foreign workers on closed work permits can legally transition to new employment opportunities in Canada while awaiting the issuance of a new work permit.

The policy allowing workers on closed work permits to change employers while awaiting a new work permit decision is still in effect as of January 14, 2025. This temporary public policy, introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, remains active but, like all temporary policies, it can be revoked or modified at any time without prior notice.

Workers and employers should stay informed by frequently checking updates to ensure compliance with the latest regulations.

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January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025

IRCC Updates Family Open Work Permit Rules: Key Changes for January 2025

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

On January 14, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced forthcoming changes to the eligibility criteria for family Open Work Permits (OWPs), set to take effect on January 21, 2025. 

Key Changes Effective January 21, 2025:

•Spouses of International Students:

•Eligible Programs: Only spouses of international students enrolled in specific programs will qualify for OWPs.

•Master’s Degree Programs: The program must be at least 16 months in duration.

•Doctoral Programs: All doctoral programs are eligible.

•Professional Degree Programs: Select professional degree programs remain eligible.

•Spouses of Foreign Workers:

•Eligible Occupations: Spouses of foreign workers employed in certain occupations will be eligible for OWPs.

•TEER 0 and 1 Occupations: All occupations in these categories are eligible.

•Select TEER 2 and 3 Occupations: Occupations in sectors experiencing labor shortages or aligned with government priorities, such as natural and applied sciences, construction, healthcare, natural resources, education, sports, and military sectors, are eligible. A comprehensive list of eligible occupations will be published by IRCC on January 21, 2025. 

•Validity of Foreign Worker’s Permit: The principal foreign worker must have at least 16 months remaining on their work permit at the time their spouse applies for an OWP. 

•Dependent Children: Dependent children of foreign workers will no longer be eligible for family OWPs under the new regulations.

See below TEER categories and examples of jobs

TEER Occupation types Examples
TEER 0 Management occupations Advertising, marketing and public relations managers
Financial managers
TEER 1 Occupations that usually require a university degree Financial advisors
Software engineers
TEER 2 Occupations that usually require

  • a college diploma
  • apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or
  • supervisory occupations
 Computer network and web technicians
Medical laboratory technologists
TEER 3 Occupations that usually require

  • a college diploma
  • apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or
  • more than 6 months of on-the-job training
 Bakers
Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
TEER 4 Occupations that usually require

  • a high school diploma, or
  • several weeks of on-the-job training
 Home child care providers
Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers
TEER 5 Occupations that usually need short-term work demonstration and no formal education Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers
Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors

Implications:

These changes aim to better align Canada’s temporary resident programs with current economic priorities and labor market needs. By refining eligibility criteria, the government seeks to manage the influx of temporary residents and address societal concerns such as housing affordability and cost of living. 

Next Steps:

Individuals planning to apply for family OWPs should review the updated eligibility criteria and ensure their applications comply with the new requirements effective January 21, 2025.

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September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024

IRCC Introduces New Measures to Control the Flow of Temporary Residents in Canada

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

On September 18, 2023, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, made several key announcements regarding the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), work permits for international students, and changes affecting their status in 2025.

Key points from the announcement include:

1. Changes to Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP):

The introduction of new language proficiency requirements for PGWP applicants effective November 1, 2024. University graduates will need to meet a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 7, while college graduates will need a CLB level of 5. Additionally, only graduates from fields of study that are linked to occupations experiencing long-term shortages will qualify for a PGWP of up to three years. This adjustment aims to align the program more closely with Canada’s labor market needs and immigration objectives, ensuring that international graduates can fill essential roles within the economy.

2. Work Permit Eligibility for Spouses of foreign workers and students:

Work permits for spouses of international students will be limited to those married to master’s degree students in programs of at least 16 months. For foreign workers, only spouses in management or professional roles, or in industries with labor shortages, will qualify for work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and International Mobility Program.

3. Decrease in Study Permit Allocations for 2025:

It was noted that there will be a reduction in the number of international students permitted in Canada starting in 2025, reflecting a shift in focus toward managing the overall temporary resident population. These measures aim to better align Canada’s immigration policies with labor market needs and support the integration of international graduates into the workforce. he government has revealed a plan to cut the 2024 target for study permits by 10%, lowering it from 485,000 to 437,000 for 2025.

Reactions and Implications

The announcement has elicited mixed reactions. Supporters, including some local communities and housing advocates, argue that the measures are necessary to alleviate pressure on public services and housing markets. They believe that a controlled approach to temporary residency will create a more sustainable environment for residents.

On the other hand, critics argue that these measures could deter legitimate international students and skilled workers from coming to Canada, potentially harming the economy. They emphasize the importance of diversity and the contributions that temporary residents make to Canadian society.

Enhancing Canada’s Asylum System Amid Rising Claims

The Canadian government is focusing not only on managing the number of international students and foreign workers but also on improving the asylum system. With the rising number of displaced people globally, Canada has seen an increase in asylum claims, which has put additional pressure on its immigration systems.

To address these challenges, the government has introduced several measures to enhance visa integrity and streamline the asylum process. This includes partial visa requirements for Mexican nationals to reduce non-genuine visitors, improved processing of asylum claims to make the system more efficient while ensuring fairness, and a review of visa decision-making to help immigration officers better detect fraud. These efforts aim to uphold Canada’s humanitarian commitments while controlling the volume of temporary residents.

Economic Considerations

Economically, the government is navigating a complex landscape. While reducing the number of temporary residents may alleviate some immediate pressures, it could also lead to labor shortages in certain industries. Canada has historically relied on temporary workers to fill gaps in the labor market, and reducing their numbers may exacerbate existing workforce challenges.

In conclusion, Canada’s announcement to reduce temporary residents marks a pivotal moment in the country’s immigration policy. As the government seeks to strike a balance between economic growth and social sustainability, the implications of these measures will unfold in the coming months. Ongoing dialogue between policymakers, communities, and the business sector will be crucial to navigate the challenges ahead and ensure that Canada remains an attractive destination for those who wish to come to the country.

Whether you’re currently studying, planning to study in Canada, or working in the country, changes like these can feel overwhelming. However, with a bit of planning and strategy, you can navigate these updates effectively. Here are four actionable steps to help you safeguard your future as these changes take effect:

  1. Stay Ahead of the Curve: If you’re still considering studying in Canada, choose competitive programs that not only align with immigration goals but also meet labor market demands—ensuring they fit your career aspirations.
  2. Act Fast: Make sure to apply for your post-graduate work permit before November 1, 2024, to secure your opportunity.
  3. Prepare for Success: If you can’t apply for your PGWP by the deadline, take this time to prepare for the English or French proficiency exams. Being ready will help you meet the necessary requirements.
  4. Get Expert Guidance: Don’t hesitate to reach out! Email info@eseumohimmigration.com to schedule a one-on-one consultation with an immigration professional who can provide personalized advice.

Taking these steps now can help you turn uncertainty into opportunity!

May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024

International Students Graduating from Public Private Partnerships Colleges in Canada Are No Longer Eligible for PGWP

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

International Students completing their studies in Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Canada are now ineligible to apply for a Postgraduate Work Permit (PGWP). This took effect yesterday, May 15, 2024.

On January 22, 2024, IRCC announced that international graduates of college programs offered through a public-private curriculum licensing partnership would no longer be eligible to apply for PGWP starting September 1, 2024. However, speculation suggests that this date was moved up to May 15, 2024, after IRCC found that some colleges had shifted their fall admissions earlier to evade the new rule.

See below PGWP eligibility requirement:

International students who have attended a PGWP-eligible designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada can apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). To be eligible, they must have maintained full-time student status throughout their program and possess a study permit that has been valid for the past 180 days.

Students must also meet one of the conditions below to be eligible for PGWP

Type of institution Required length of program Program outcome
Public post-secondary DLI, such asa college,a trade/technical institution, ora university 8 months or longer Your program must lead to one of the following:a degree (associate degree, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or doctorate)a diploma or a certificate
Quebec public secondary DLI offers vocational training programs 900 hours or longer Your program must lead to one of the following:a diploma of vocational studies (DVS)an attestation of vocational specialization (AVS)
Quebec collège d’enseignement général et professionnel (CEGEP) 900 hours or longer Your program must lead to one of the following:an attestation of college studies (ACS)a diploma of college studies (DCS)
Quebec provincially subsidized private post-secondary DLIorQuebec provincially subsidized private secondary DLI offering provincially subsidized vocational training programs 900 hours or longer Your program must lead to one of the following:an attestation of college studies (ACS)a diploma of college studies (DCS)You must be enrolled in one of the provincially subsidized study programs. This may not include all study programs offered at the DLI.
Canadian private-designated learning institution authorized by the province to confer degrees. n/a Your DLI must be authorized by the province to confer degrees, including an associate degree a bachelor’s degree a master’s degree or a doctorate
You must be enrolled in one of the study programs leading to a degree, as authorized by the province. This may not include all study programs offered by the private DLI.
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May 8, 2024
May 8, 2024

Canada introduces new policy to extend the work permits of 6,700 Temporary Residents in Manitoba

Author By EUIC Admin Categories News

Dear future neighbour,

Temporary foreign workers in Manitoba have reason to celebrate as a new policy has been implemented to enhance their employment status in Canada.

Yesterday, May 7, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced that Manitoba had approached his department, requesting an extension of work status for 6,700 temporary residents whose work permits are set to expire this year. Manitoba asserts that these temporary residents are capable of fulfilling the province’s labor requirements.

Considering this, Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced the introduction of a new public policy enabling temporary workers in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) pool to obtain open work permits. Additionally, he anticipates that eligible applicants will receive formal nominations from Manitoba and become permanent residents within the next two years.

Through the enactment of this one-time facilitation measure, Canada seeks to directly benefit prospective nominees by granting them the opportunity to work in Manitoba while their PNP applications are being processed, thereby fostering a positive impact.

According to Minister Miller’s statement, it’s reasonable to expect that an open work permit could be granted for a duration of two years, extending until 2026.

Need help obtaining a visitor visa to visit Canada, or professional help putting in a study visa application, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Book a consultation or send us an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

 

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