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title: "Apply directly to IRCC"
type: "wiki"
space: "I am an international student"
author: "Heather MacIntyre"
created: 2025-06-12T18:48:28Z
updated: 2026-07-13T20:00:56Z
tags: ["visa-permits"]
url: "https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/17096/apply-directly-to-ircc"
---

# Apply directly to IRCC

As an international student in Canada, you'll need to understand the requirements, documents and processes that help you maintain your student status throughout your studies.

Immigration policies and requirements can change over time. Be sure to check the [official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada \(IRCC\)](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html) for the latest information and updates.

### Application guides and resources: 

Whether you're preparing to come to Canada, currently studying or getting ready to graduate, the guides below can help you understand immigration requirements and application processes at different stages of your journey.

Before you arrive

- - [Initial Study Permits](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/1997/initial-study-permits "Initial Study Permits")
    - [Co-op Work Permits](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/2000/co-op-work-permits "Co-op Work Permits")

While you're studying

- - **[Extending Study Permits](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/1998/extending-study-permits "Extending Study Permits")**
    - **[Temporary Residence Visa](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/1999/temporary-residence-visa "Temporary Residence Visa")**

After graduation

- - **[Post-graduation Work Permits](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/2001/post-graduation-work-permits "Post-graduation Work Permits")**

### Get help

Immigration advisement is available in-person and virtually. Connect with an immigration specialist and ask questions about the temporary resident documents that are required to study at Seneca. Visit the [immigration advisement page](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/14129/immigration-advisement) for details on how to book an appointment or how to join virtual drop-in sessions.

### Immigration workshops

We have workshops throughout the semester that provide you with important information on being compliant with your study permit, remaining legally in status throughout your stay, eligibility to work and meeting requirements for a post-graduation work permit. Visit our [International Student Support](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/283/international-student-support/home) page to view and register for workshops.

### Contact IRCC

To contact Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada \(IRCC\) directly, you may use their webform. [Learn about how and when to use the IRCC webform.](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/96/i-am-an-international-student/wiki/view/7187/ircc-webform-contact-ircc-online)   Applicants inside Canada may also call 1-888-242-2100 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday.