News for International

Sunday, July 30, 2023

IRCC requires multi-factor authentication for user accounts

Starting July 31, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will require multi-factor authentication for users logging into their accounts through GCKey.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

New public policy on study permit exemption

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced a new temporary public policy which allows eligible foreign workers to study without a study permit.

Monday, June 12, 2023

Canada offers open work permit extension for eligible workers

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is facilitating an open work permit extension for eligible workers who can opt-in to extend their work permit.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Thirteen new countries now qualify for visa-free travel to Canada

On June 6, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that 13 additional countries would be added to the electronic travel authorization (eTA) program. An eTA is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. After applying for and being approved for an eTA, it is electronically linked to your passport and is valid for up to 5 years

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

IRCC launches new application status tracker

If you've ever applied for a study permit or work permit before, you know how difficult it can be to get updates on your application’s progress! This year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new application status tracking system that provides more frequent and detailed updates on your application’s progress.