Visa and Permits | I am an international student | Seneca Students

Apply via BorderPass

Apply directly to IRCC

Seneca Polytechnic is offering free access to BorderPass for all incoming and current international students. This nationally recognized platform is where you can apply for your Canadian study permit, co-op work permit, and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

How it works:

1. You create an account with BorderPass and enter all the necessary information and documents for your visa application using BorderPass’s easy-to-use portal.
2. The BorderPass team of Canadian immigration lawyers reviews and submits your visa application directly to the Government of Canada.
3. Once BorderPass submits your application, you will be notified about key dates, and you will have access to planning tools and workforce data that helps you plan your studies and work plans.

Plus: All the important documents you need for your visa applications are organized and easily accessible in your personal BorderPass Document Vault. 

What BorderPass offers you:

1. No legal fees for your study permit application – you are only responsible for paying standard government filing fees
2. Expert legal advice – Canadian immigration lawyers review and file your applications to avoid errors and missing information
3. Accurate applications – The BorderPass platform ensures that your applications meet all Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requirements, reducing delays
4. Help with appeals – BorderPass offers options if you need to appeal or reapply after a study permit refusal
5. Continuous support – You receive support during your studies and after graduation.

Learn more about Borderpass in our FAQs.

Get started with BorderPass:

Access the BorderPass portal here.

Apply directly to IRCC via GCKey:

International students also have the option to submit their study permit or PGWP application directly to IRCC without BorderPass representation.  Students may apply to IRCC independently or with assistance from our team of licensed immigration specialists. Visit the immigration advisement page for details on how to book an appointment or how to join virtual drop-in sessions to connect with them. Be sure to visit Seneca’s online resources for step-by-step guidance on how to apply for your permits and visas directly to IRCC.