Study Permit Process

1. Create an IRCC account to start your study permit application, submit documents, get messages, check the status of your application, and more.
2. Check if you are eligible for the Student Direct Stream (SDS)
3. Check your estimated study permit processing time.
4. Apply online or apply on paper
5. Find your IRCC application package to get your required documents.
6. FAQs on completing your application form.
7. If you choose to hire an immigration consultant (not required), please ensure that you agent is licensed to represent immigrants or to give advice.
8. Check if you need to provide additional materials for your application, including biometrics, police checks, or medical exams, and where to get these done.
9. If you choose to submit your application to IRCC visa office, find your local office.

Upon acceptance into your program, the admissions department will provide you with a Letter of Acceptance, which includes your program, the start date, and a signature form our VP Academic.

You will also receive an Immigration Document designed to help you with your immigration process. This will include the date, MDC’s Designated Learning Institution (DLI) number, your program, your start date, your name and address, your estimated annual and full tuition, as well as any financial aid awarded to you, and a signature from our VP Academic.

International students admitted to the Graduate Certificate program will receive a Letter of Attestation. Students admitted to our master’s and doctoral degrees do no require this document.

Determine your eligibility for a study permit, and learn how to fill out your application form.

Study Permit Guide  Study Permit Package

• Find out if your minor child requires a study permit to study in Canada.
• Help your Spouse or Common-Law Partner work in Canada.
• English/French Language Programs

Learn more about how to plan your trip to Canada.

Getting to Canada

Most international students are allowed to work while they study. Please refer to the IRCC’s website to see how many hours your are able to work during the semester and during breaks.

Do not exceed the number of hours you are eligible to work, and please ensure that you are able to work according to the conditions of your study permit

• Information about working off-campus.
• Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

You are welcome to look for off-campus work. Many Canadians use online job boards such as:

• Indeed
• Job Bank
• LinkedIn
• Glassdoor
• CareerBuilder 

You may also seek out specific companies you are interested in, look for career opportunities or job postings on their website, and email them your resume.

• Visit the IRCC’s page to see your path toward getting a work permit, permanent residency, and citizenship.
• If you would like to know more about your study options at MDC after you have completed your program, please contact us.

• Ensure you can re-enter Canada when you travel outside of Canada
• Please watch out for immigration fraud and scams.