12/11/2023
Canada’s Immigration Minister has provided some information for international students in Canada
1) Temporary Policy for International Students to continue working full time:
- International students who have a study permit or have submitted an application for study permit as of Dec 7, 2023 will be able to work off campus for more than 20 hours per week until April 30, 2024.
2) The postgraduate work permit extension policy will not be extended. Only those whose work permit will expire by Dec 31, 2023 remain eligible to apply for the additional 18-month postgraduate work permit extension.
3) Canada is increasing the cost of living proof of funds requirements for study permit applicants.
- From Jan 1, 2024 a single applicant will need to show they have $20,635 as living expenses (this was $10,000) before. And this proof of living expenses is in addition to their first year of tuition and other travel costs.