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24-Hour Off-Campus Work Rule for International Students
Effective: November 8, 2024
TL;DR
The off-campus work limit for eligible international students rose from 20 to 24 hours per week during academic sessions. The COVID-era unlimited-hours waiver permanently ended.
What changed
- 20-hour weekly limit replaced by 24-hour limit during academic sessions.
- No limit during scheduled academic breaks.
- Pre-November-2024 unlimited-hours allowance is over.
Who is affected
Full-time post-secondary international students with study permits.
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Always confirm policy details, dates, and exact eligibility on the Government of Canada source page before acting:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2024/11/new-international-student-program-regulations-take-effect.html ↗Related immigration topics
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