IRCC Canada Declares New Study Visa Update July 2024

Canada is considered to be one of the top study destinations. But one factor is that studying abroad is a challenging process. But it is not impossible; with proper planning, you can study everywhere in the world. Recently, IRCC Canada has implemented several changes to study visas for international students. The main focus is on study visa and postgraduate work permit requirements. So before applying to Canada, you must be familiar with these rules and regulations.

So in this blog, we will cover every topic related to the new IRCC Canada rules, the latest updates, what students need to know, and how these changes affect their study plans. 

IRCC Canada Study Visa Regulations:

• College transfer restrictions.
• Direct Reporting to IRCC.
• New Study Application
• Enrollment Status Reporting

Restrictions on College to University Transfers:

• After arriving in Canada, international students are no longer able to change colleges or universities.
• These changes make sure that students continue to attend the college for which they received a visa.
• The new rules impose stricter guidelines on these transfers. Students might be facing restrictions depending on institutional approval, academic standing, and program match.

Direct Reporting to IRCC:

• Under the new rules and regulations, colleges and universities direct reporting to the Immigration IRCC Canada.
• This move helps in monitoring student educational records and visa conditions, which makes it easier to take action more quickly in case of any problems or violations.

File New Study Visa:

• If a student wants to change their college, university, or course,.
• The student must submit a new study visa application and get a new study permit.
• These requirements help students with their activities and their previous educational records.
• This process will help ensure that only genuine students will get study visas.

Enrollment and Status Tracking:

• IRCC Canada can keep an eye on students’ enrollment in approved courses throughout the duration of their stay in Canada.
• These processes provide details about whether students are attending classes or not and also track their academic progress.
• This process allows IRCC to monitor students more closely and take action if required.

How to follow these Rules:

International students in Canada must follow these rules if they want to study and stay long-term in Canada. For complete safety, follow these steps:

• Understand rules restrictions:
• Without reapplying for a new study permit, you are unable to change institutions.
• Contact the institution:
• Regularly contact your institution and ensure they report your status to IRCC Canada.
• New Visa File:
• If you want to change your program, apply for a new study visa as soon as possible.
• Valid Immigration Status:
• Always maintain your valid immigration status according to new application requirements.

Changes in PR for International Students:

Due to these significant changes in PR, The permanent residency PR is not guaranteed for students. But there are many ways to work and settle in Canada. But immigration has implemented very strict policies.

Factors involving not getting PR:

• Due to a number of factors, students failed to achieve PR,
• They are bound by the length of their PGWP to stay in Canada.
• If they do not get PR within the time period of their PGWP, And they cannot get temporary residence status; they must leave Canada.
• Students need Canadian work experience to qualify for certain PR pathways, such as the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Relevant or unrelated work experience can delay or make their PR application difficult.
• Some jobs are harder for international students to get because of rules or special requirements.

Chances of Getting PR:

To get PR in Canada Here are the following steps,

• International students must focus and get the right job to gain experience in skilled occupations, from which you can earn points towards your PR application.
• They must be proficient in English and/or French. They must pass tests like IELTS or CELPIP to show they can speak and write well.
• Get a higher level of education from Canadian institutions like a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or PhD; these give you extra points.
• Younger applicants will get more points compared to older applicants.

Best Sectors for getting PR:

Here are several sectors that can give you PR to easily keep in mind before you apply to Canada.

• Healthcare Professionals
• STEM Professionals
• Skilled Trades
• Transport Professionals
• Agriculture and Agri-Food Professionals
• Information technology
• Natural Resources
• Finance and Accounting

Conclusion:

While these IRCC Canada updates have more strict guidelines, these requirements are introduced for monitoring international students and their educational records and aim to improve the overall experience and integrity of studying in Canada.

This blog will cover every point and aim to provide clarity on the recent IRCC Canada updates, Canada’s study visa regulations, and their hurdles for international students. Follow us for more updates regarding Canadian education visas and immigration changes.