Processing times vary by home country, typically ranging from 3 to 8 weeks. Applying under Student Direct Stream (SDS) speeds up processing for eligible countries.

Yes! International students enrolled in full-time academic programs are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week off-campus during academic terms and full-time during scheduled breaks.

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that an employer in Canada may need to obtain before hiring a foreign worker to prove no Canadian citizen or PR was available for the role.

Standard spousal sponsorship processing times average 10 to 12 months. Inland spousal applicants can also apply for an Open Work Permit while waiting.