🇨🇦 🎓 Canada to Prioritise Graduate Students in 2026

🇨🇦 🎓 Canada to Prioritise Graduate Students in 2026

🛂 No Permit Cap for Master’s and PhD Students

Starting January 1, 2026, Canada will exempt master’s and PhD students at public universities from the study permit cap. They also won’t need attestation letters.

⏱️ Faster Processing for Doctoral Students

PhD students applying from outside Canada can now expect permit decisions in just 14 days. Their family members applying together will also benefit from this faster service.

🎯 Focus on Quality, Not Quantity

The policy shift reflects Canada’s plan to attract high-value graduate students while easing pressure on housing and services. Public schools benefit most from this exemption.

🧑‍🎓 What It Means for Students and Schools

Master’s and PhD applicants will enjoy more certainty. Public universities, especially in research-heavy fields, may see a rise in strong candidates. Private colleges stay under the cap.

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