My study permit expires shortly after my final term. Do I need to renew it?

The GO-ISSO recommends that you have a study permit that is valid for at least 90 days after the end of your final term. This gives you time to get confirmation that you will graduate and to apply to extend your status in Canada if you want to or need to. This is especially important if you plan to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

You should apply for renewal early in your final term, because it is beneficial to receive your new permit by the time you are ready to apply for the PGWP.

It is Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s usual practice to account for this 90-day window when they issue study permits.