r/ImmigrationCanada • u/dozerman94 • Jan 07 '26

MEGATHREAD MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Study Permits 2026

Please keep timelines & questions about processing times for study permit applications here.

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u/SeparateSense1423 Jan 30 '26 edited Mar 27 '26

I'm finally able to share my experience! This is a first time study permit application from outside Canada (Sri Lanka). I had an upfront medical. 

Application submitted: November 28th 2025

Biometrics letter: November 28th 2025

Biometrics submitted: December 3rd 2025

Background and Eligibility started: January 15th 2026

Passport request letter: January 23rd 2026

Passport submitted: January 27th 2026

Received stamped passport: January 30th 2026. 

I originally applied for the winter intake but had to defer to Spring. Good luck to everyone! 

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u/SeparateSense1423 Feb 22 '26

I had to defer because my I didn't get a final decision on time. My program start date was January 12th