Canada Implements New Study Permit Caps and Attestation Rule

What this means for you

Individuals planning to study in Canada should be aware of increased competition for permits and the new attestation letter requirement, which adds an extra step to the application process.

Now Canada has implemented new study permit caps for 2024 (360,000) and 2025 (437,000), with a new requirement for a provincial attestation letter for applications made after January 22nd, 2024.

Canada has implemented significant changes to its study permit program. New caps have been set for international student permits, limiting approvals to 360,000 for 2024.

For 2025, the cap is set at 437,000. Additionally, a new requirement for a provincial attestation letter is now in effect for all study permit applications submitted after January 22nd, 2024.

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