وقت معالجة Study Permit

As of 1 October 2026, study permit processing times still vary by country of application. IRCC's Check processing times tool currently shows India about 6 weeks, Nigeria 10 weeks, Iran 15 weeks, and the United Arab Emirates 6 weeks. Across every country with a posted time the range is 2 to 17 weeks, and applications made from inside Canada are about 9 weeks. Always check the live IRCC figure for your specific country of application, because the table updates weekly and many countries on it show no figure at all.

It's crucial to apply as early as possible, ideally 3-4 months before your intended start date, to account for processing time and any potential delays. The Student Direct Stream (SDS) closed on November 8, 2024, along with the Nigeria Student Express stream. Every new applicant, including from the former SDS countries (India, China, the Philippines, and Pakistan), now uses the regular study permit stream. There is no longer a 20-day fast-track, so build the standard country timeline into your plans.

Processing times can be affected by peak application periods, particularly from May to August when most students apply for fall semester programs. During these periods, wait times may exceed the posted estimates. Incomplete applications or missing documents are the most common cause of delays, so it's essential to ensure your application is complete before submission.