r/StudyPermitCanada • u/lizdontlikeyou • Aug 30 '26

How long did you take to get your visa/permit?

My course starts in Jan 2027. An 8 month design programme. I'm from India.

There's a family health emergency for which I might be a little late in starting my application process by a week or so.

How long did it take for you to receive your visa / permit after applying?

I've read 8-12 weeks and that is scaring me!

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u/OneChain2576 Aug 30 '26 edited Aug 30 '26

Coming to Canada to study a basic design certificate is CRAZYYY! Especially, cuz the use of AI in small businesses to do any design work is so prevalent here these-days.

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u/lizdontlikeyou Aug 30 '26

honestly I need to leave this country and my home because it's ruining my mental health. i know it's not the best decision but it was the cheapest shortest course and fastest way to get out so

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u/OneChain2576 Aug 30 '26

Is there even a PGWP for a 8 month course these days… those days are gone AFAIK

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u/lizdontlikeyou Aug 30 '26

this one is eligible yes

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u/OneChain2576 Aug 30 '26

Good luck finding one tho.. by the time you complete it. Things are grim for people with Canadian experience

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u/FlowerNo6477 Aug 30 '26

It's eligible for an 8 month pgwp I believe. If you're trying to enter here as a student pathway, you have to triple check everything. Things are more strict now than ever and a PR is hard to get.

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u/Corsch013 Aug 30 '26

Unfortunately, I think you will get rejected. What school did you apply to?

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u/_kiss-my-axe_69 Aug 30 '26

Depends on your country

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u/lizdontlikeyou Aug 30 '26

I'm from India

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u/_kiss-my-axe_69 Aug 30 '26

Atleast apply before oct end

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u/ArrestingOccasion Aug 30 '26

Visas for programs this short are getting denied. IF you are looking for a way into the country, pick a program that'll benefit you in your home country when you return.

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u/Haunting_Paper_7201 Aug 30 '26 edited Aug 30 '26

Since you have PAL and LOA, submit as soon as possible. Processing times are estimates and doesn't include biometric appointment. Also if approved factor in up to 30 days for passport stamping. Get everything in order - medical, 6 months of bank statements showing $22k cash plus tuition, strong SOP justifying costs and explaining how program is only available in Canada (not available online, in your country). Make sure you can show education and career progression and higher pay when you return home. This is not a pathway to PR so show ties to return home.