Study Permits Update — April 11, 2026
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Canada set 2026 study permit targets at 408,000 total (155,000 new permits plus 253,000 extensions), representing a 7% decrease from 2025
Starting January 1, 2026, master's and doctoral students at public designated learning institutions no longer need Provincial Attestation Letters (PAL/TAL)
Joint program students now require only one credential and one attestation letter, streamlining the application process
What You Should Do
- If pursuing master's or doctoral studies at a public DLI, apply without PAL/TAL starting January 1, 2026
- For undergraduate and college programs, ensure you obtain the required Provincial Attestation Letter before applying
- If enrolled in joint programs, prepare documentation for one credential and one attestation letter only
Sources
- Applying to Canada in 2026? Two study-permit changes international students need know - The Times of India
- New Canada Study Permit Rules 2026 – Full Guide For International ...
- Canada study permit, IRCC international students cap: Canada introduce 2026 allocations for international students and study permits - BBC News Pidgin
Topics Covered
Study Permit National Cap: 2026 study permit cap set at 408,000 total permits (155,000 new, 253,000 extensions), down 7% from 2025 targets.
Study Permit Duration Changes: Graduate students at public DLIs exempted from PAL/TAL requirements effective January 1, 2026, while joint program rules simplified.
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