Ukraine immigration measures: Study permits
You can get free settlement services in Canada
All Ukrainian temporary residents and their family members in Canada can access free settlement services until March 31, 2025.
You may be eligible for a study permit under the Ukraine immigration measures if you meet both of the following requirements:
- your application under the CUAET measures was approved on or after February 4, 2024
- you’re currently in Canada with valid temporary resident status under the CUAET measures
If you’re eligible, you
- can apply to get a study permit
- can apply to extend your study permit
- are exempt from paying the
- study permit fee
- biometrics fee (if applicable)
Deadline to submit your application
You must submit your application on or before July 31, 2024.
Your study permit is usually valid for the length of your program, plus an extra 90 days.
It’s also directly tied to the expiry of
- the passport (or other travel document) that you used to come to Canada
- your biometrics
They must both be valid for the entire time you’re in Canada.
How to apply
Follow the steps below to
- apply for a study permit (new or extension)
- apply to get a new IMM 1442 with the CUAET remark
Study at a post-secondary school in Canada
Before you can apply for a permit to study at a post-secondary school in Canada, you need to be accepted to a school that is on the designated learning institutions (DLI) list.
Learn more about
- DLIs (opens in a new tab)
- preparing to study in Canada (opens in a new tab)
Study in Canada as a minor child
Minor children may be able to study in Canada without a study permit but can still apply for one if they like.
Learn more about studying in Canada as a minor(opens in a new tab) .
How to get the CUAET remark on your IMM 1442
If you’re in Canada under the CUAET but you’re missing the remark on your IMM 1442, follow the instructions below to apply for a study permit and get a new IMM 1442.
When you apply, upload a letter stating “I am exempt from paying fees under the Ukraine special measures and my previous permit was missing the CUAET remark.” Then we can issue you a new permit with the CUAET remark.
Step 1: Make sure you have what you need
To apply online, you need a scanner or camera to create electronic copies of your documents.
Step 2: Create your online account or sign in
You need an account to apply online. You can use your account to
- submit your application forms
- check your status
If you have problems applying online
You can apply on paper if you meet one of the following exemptions:
- You can’t apply online because of a disability.
- There’s a barrier that
- prevents you from applying online or
- makes applying online unreliable
Contact us using our crisis web form if you can’t apply online.
Complete all required fields in the form and include “UKF2023” in the text box.
How to start your application
Once you sign in to your account, you need to
- go to the Start your application section on the account welcome page
- click Apply to come to Canada
- on the next page, scroll down to the I do not have a personal reference code section
- click on the Visitor visa, study and/or work permit button
Step 3: Get your document checklist
You must answer some questions to create a personalized document checklist.
Make sure you answer these questions correctly
- Answer “Study” when asked “What would you like to do in Canada?”
- Answer “Temporarily – more than 6 months” when asked “How long are you planning to stay in Canada?”
- Answer “yes” when asked:
Does one of the following apply to you?- I am subject of a removal order that is unenforceable
- I applied for a study or work permit before entering Canada that was approved, but not issued at a port of entry
- I am in primary or secondary school, or a visiting or exchange student, in Canada with visitor status
- I am applying for an open work permit under an active public policy or pilot program announced by IRCC
- I am a student who has completed a program of study that is a prerequisite to my enrolment at a designated learning institution with visitor status in Canada
- I applied for permanent residence and was found eligible (first stage approval) under one of the following classes:
- Spouse or Common-law Partner in Canada
- Humanitarian and Compassionate cases
- Protected Persons in Canada
- Live-in Caregiver in Canada
- Answer “No, I am exempt from paying fees for the application” to the question “There are fees associated with this application. Will you be paying your fees or are you fee exempt?”
- If you’ve undergone a medical exam, answer “Yes” when asked Have you had a medical exam performed by an IRCC authorized panel physician (doctor) within the last 12 months?
Step 4: Read the instruction guide and fill out the application
Read the instruction guide before you fill out your application. The guide will explain how to complete each field on the form.
Once you get your document checklist, fill out the application forms.
Special instructions for this public policy
When you fill out the study permit application form (IMM 5709):
- Select “Other” in the My expenses in Canada will be paid by field.
- Enter “UKRAINE 2022” in the other field
After you apply
How we process your application
We’ll check your application to make sure you included all the necessary documents, any fees that you need to pay and gave your biometrics (if required).
If it’s incomplete, we’ll return your application without processing it.
We may also ask you to send more information.
If your application is approved
We’ll mail the study permit to the Canadian address you gave us in your application.
If your mailing address changes before we approve your application, you must contact us to tell us your new address.
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