Immigration Resources

Immigration resources on this page are not legal documents and information may change without notice. 

Study Permit

Students wanting to study in Canada who are not Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada need a study permit for programs that are longer than six months.
How to Apply for Your Study Permit

Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)

The post-graduation work permit (PGWP) allows students who have graduated from eligible programs to work in Canada to gain valuable work experience.
Programs Eligible for PGWP

Continue your Studies

If you plan to stay in Canada to continue your studies beyond the validity of your current study permit, you will need to apply to extend your study permit.
Extend your Study Permit

Take a Break

During a scheduled break (break from studies) eligible full-time students can study part time, full-time, or take the semester off.
Scheduled Semester Break

Latest IRCC Updates

All graduating students applying for post-graduation work permits (PGWP) must meet the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 for college programs. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements as outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The Post-Graduate Work Permit page has information on which Langara programs are eligible. 

Furthermore, IRCC has announced that students must be enrolled in the Designated Learning Institution (DLI) named on their study permit. This means students can no longer change DLI’s by notifying IRCC through the online account. To change DLI’s, students who want to join Langara College, need to get a new study permit by applying to extend the current one.

Langara’s DLI number
Langara’s DLI number is O19319074622 (first character is the letter “O”).

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

Visit the IRCC website for the most up-to-date information and resources for study permits and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) programs for international students.
IRCC - Work Permits

Immigration Resources to Download

The below list provides quick links to information, step-by-step guides, and FAQs related to immigration. While not exhaustive, they should help point you in the right direction. Should you still have questions after reviewing this page, please contact our International Student Services team.

Applying for an amendment from IRCC

  • Information on eligibility and how to apply for an amendment to your study permit or work permit through IRCC.

Biometrics for students already in Canada

  • Information on how to apply for biometrics and where to give biometrics.

Change of conditions

  • Information on how to change the conditions of your study permit.

Co-op work permit

  • Information on the eligibility, conditions and application process of a co-op work permit.

Creating an online IRCC secure account

  • Step by step resource on how to create an IRCC secure account.

Extending your Study Permit

  • Information on eligibility and how to extend your study permit.

Immigration FAQ’s for faculty and staff

  • Frequently asked questions from faculty and staff with regards to students immigration status.

Inviting friends or family to Canada

  • Information on how to invite your friends or family to Canada.

Pathways to Permanent Residency

  • Overview of the most accessible pathways to permanent residency for international students.

Post-Graduation Work Permit

  • Information on the eligibility and how to apply for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)

  • The PAL is a letter issued by the Province of British Columbia confirming that an international student is permitted to study at a specific Designated Learning Institution (DLI).

Submitting a web form for applications processed in Canada

  • Step by step resource on how to submit a webform through the IRCC website.

Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

  • Information on how to apply for a temporary resident visa (TRV).

Working on and off campus

  • Information on eligibility and conditions for working on and off campus.

Work permit holders studying in Canada

  • Workers who qualify under this new temporary public policy are able to study in part-time or full-time classes without a study permit until the expiration of the public policy. Learn about what how this new temporary public policy applies to you.

Authorized Leave Rule for Immigration Purposes

An international student may request and be granted an Authorized Leave under extenuating or unforeseen circumstances for no more than 150 days. Upon review of the request and supporting paperwork, the student will receive a letter to support their Authorized Leave. By obtaining the Letter for Authorized Leave, the student is not exempt from their responsibility to comply with IRCC’s rules and regulations.

For more information regarding Authorized Leave, please visit the IRCC.