As an international student holding a Canadian study permit, you must comply with the conditions outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) throughout your stay.
It is important to be fully aware of your responsibilities to maintain your legal status in Canada and continue your studies without interruption.
1. Maintain Full-Time Enrollment
You must remain enrolled as a full-time student at a designated learning institution (DLI) during each academic session, except during scheduled breaks such as summer or winter holidays.
Maintaining full-time enrollment is a core condition of your study permit.
Failure to maintain full-time status without an authorized leave of absence may result in the cancellation of your study permit and impact your future immigration applications (IRCC Study Permit Conditions).
2. Attend In-Person Classes
As a study permit holder, you are required to attend in-person classes for the majority of your coursework.
While some online components are permitted, more than 50% of your program must be delivered through in-person instruction, in accordance with IRCC guidelines.
Regular attendance and active participation are essential for maintaining academic standing and legal status.
3. Work Authorization for International Students
International students with a valid study permit are permitted to work off-campus under specific conditions:
- During regular academic sessions: Up to 24 hours per week (IRCC Off-Campus Work Rules).
- During scheduled breaks: Full-time employment is permitted.
Students must ensure that their study permit includes work authorization.
Exceeding the permitted working hours may result in loss of status and affect future immigration applications.
4. Abide by Canadian Laws
International students are expected to comply with all Canadian federal, provincial, and municipal laws.
Any involvement in criminal activities or breaches of Canadian law may lead to revocation of immigration status, inadmissibility to Canada, and potential removal proceedings.
5. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
You must make reasonable and timely progress toward completing your program of study.
Poor academic performance, excessive course withdrawals, unauthorized leaves, or failure to meet program requirements may be interpreted as a failure to comply with the conditions of your study permit.
Students are expected to attend classes regularly, complete coursework diligently, and uphold high academic standards.
6. Demonstrate Financial Stability
You must be able to demonstrate sufficient financial resources to cover your tuition fees, living expenses, and return transportation.
For the latest financial requirements, please refer to the IRCC guidelines:
IRCC Financial Requirements for Study Permit
Insufficient proof of funds can lead to study permit refusal or status issues during your stay.
7. Notify the College of Changes
You must inform Royal Pacific Institute promptly if there are any changes in your study permit status, immigration documents, or contact information.
Failure to communicate changes may affect your enrollment and your immigration status.
References
- Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) – Studying in Canada as an International Student
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) – Study Permit Conditions
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/conditions.html - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) – Work Off Campus as an International Student
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/work-off-campus.html - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) – Financial Requirements for Study Permit
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