Hello, this is NohProblem Consulting. Today we would like to explain Canada’s new pilot project for those whose student visas have been rejected, which started on October 1st, 2024.
For those interested in studying in Canada, you may already know that the student visa rejection rate is the highest since 2019. Additionally, by 2025, the number of new study permits issued to international students will decrease by 10%, from the 2024 target of 485,000 to 437,000, and this reduced number of permits is expected to continue until 2026.
Because of this, the newly introduced pilot project brings welcome news for many!
The Canadian Federal Court has announced the implementation of the Study Permit Pilot Project, which starts today (October 1st). This initiative aims to simplify the judicial review process for rejected study permit applications. Typically, when a student visa is rejected, applicants can challenge the decision through a judicial review in the Canadian Federal Court. Previously, this process could take 14-18 months. However, with the new pilot project, it can now be completed within five months.
Key Details
- Review Application Cost: $50
- Eligibility: International students who have applied for a study permit and received a rejection letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
1. Both the applicant and IRCC must agree to participate in the pilot project.
2. The case (initial study permit application and the reason for rejection) must be straightforward, with no legal issues such as inadmissibility or national security concerns.
3. No request for an extension of time to apply should be made.
4. No new evidence can be submitted through affidavits.
5. Applicants applying from within Canada must submit their application within 15 days of receiving their study permit rejection, while those applying from outside Canada have 60 days. - How to Apply: All documents must be submitted online using the court’s electronic filing system. Applicants must use Form IR-1 for the application and mention the pilot project in three places on the form. More details are available via the provided link.
Despite having the highest student visa rejection rate since 2019, we are proud to maintain consistently high approval rates across all age groups. Unlike other immigration agencies, our sales team does not handle the document preparation process. We attribute this success to the thorough cross-checking of documents by our dedicated document preparation team and our immigration consultant, Director Lisa, who meticulously reviews each case four times.
Join NohProblem, the only consulting firm in Canada with an administrative team that operates 24/7, ensuring a safe and fast process for your study and immigration journey in Canada.
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