Transition between levels of study (primary, secondary and post-secondary)

As of April 11, 2019, students transitioning between levels of study (primary, secondary and post-secondary) are no longer required to apply for a new study permit, provided their current study permit is still valid.

Dual-credit programs

Students do not need to change their study permit when participating in a dual-credit program if they have both of the following:

• a valid study permit authorizing them to attend any secondary school

• registered and enrolled at only a secondary school.

Changing post-secondary institutions

Students engaging in post-secondary studies in Canada may transfer between institutions (both public and private) or change their course or program of study without applying for a change to the condition of their study permit, as long as the receiving institution is a DLI. Students attending a DLI may not transfer to a non-DLI.

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