How long does it take to move from a study permit to permanent residence?

There is no fixed timeline. It depends on program completion, PGWP eligibility, qualifying work experience, language results, immigration-program criteria and processing times.

Build a dated plan from the program end date through PGWP application, work experience and possible permanent-residence steps, with a status-maintenance backup plan.

What to verify

Use the current official instructions from IRCC, the destination school and, where relevant, the province or territory. Requirements can change and depend on individual circumstances.

Planning advice

Keep a dated checklist, ensure all documents tell one consistent story, and obtain written confirmation before making irreversible travel, tuition or immigration decisions.