When planning your move to Canada—whether to visit, study, work, or reunite with family—it’s crucial to stay updated on the latest IRCC processing times. These timelines can affect your travel plans, school admission dates, or even your career and family goals.
At Saranova Immigration Inc., we understand how timing matters. Here’s a summary of the current application processing times from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as of August 4, 2025:
Visitor Visa Processing Times
- From inside Canada: 13 days
- From outside Canada (India): 13 days
Visitor visa applications are currently being processed quickly, both domestically and from India. This is excellent news for tourists, business visitors, and family members planning short-term stays.
Study Permit Processing Times
- From inside Canada: 10 weeks
- From outside Canada (India): 3 weeks
For international students applying from India, the 3-week timeline is impressively fast—especially in the lead-up to the Fall semester. However, students already in Canada seeking an extension or change of status can expect a longer wait of up to 10 weeks.
Work Permit Processing Times
- From inside Canada (initial & extension): 181 days (~6 months)
Work permit applications from inside Canada are currently experiencing significant delays. If your permit is expiring soon, make sure you apply well in advance and maintain legal status through implied status if eligible.
Express Entry Processing Times
- Federal Skilled Worker (FSW): 6 months
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months
Express Entry continues to be one of the fastest and most efficient ways to obtain permanent residency in Canada. The CEC category maintains a slightly faster turnaround than FSW, ideal for international graduates and workers already in Canada.
Family Sponsorship Processing Times
- Spouse/Common-law partner outside Canada: 11 months
- Spouse/Common-law partner outside Canada (Outside Quebec): 34 months
There is a substantial difference between general outland spousal sponsorship processing and those falling under “Outside Quebec” classification. These longer timelines underscore the importance of submitting complete applications and working with experienced professionals to avoid delays.
Final Thoughts
Processing times are dynamic and can change based on IRCC’s workload, seasonal demand, and the applicant’s country of residence. While some categories like study permits from India are moving swiftly, others—particularly spousal sponsorship outside Quebec and inland work permits—require patience and careful planning.
Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, study permit, or looking to make Canada your permanent home through Express Entry or family sponsorship, we at Saranova Immigration Inc. are here to help you every step of the way.
📞 Contact us today to review your eligibility, prepare your application, and avoid costly delays.
