King's International
Immigration Updates
This website content will be updated as new information becomes available.
November 28, 2024
As of November 8, 2024, students are allowed to work off campus up to 24 hours per week without a work permit. Make sure you meet the other requirements for working while you study.
Starting November 8, 2024, you must be enrolled in the designated learning institution (DLI) named on your study permit. This means you can no longer change DLIs by letting IRCC know through your online account. To change DLIs, you need to apply for a new study permit.
The Student Direct Stream (SDS) and Nigeria Student Express (NSE) initiatives ended on Nov. 8; eligible SDS and NSE applications received before 2:00 p.m. ET on November 8, 2024, will be processed under these streams. Study permit applications submitted on or after this time will be processed under the regular study permit stream.
June 21, 2024
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that foreign nationals can no longer apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) at the border, effective immediately. Read more.
Jan 22, 2024
The Canadian government announced a cap on new study permits for the next two years. For initial study permit applications submitted after January 22, 2024, undergraduate international students must now include an attestation letter from the Ontario provincial government.
December 7, 2023
As of January 1, 2024, the minimum financial requirement for living expenses for new study permit applications is $20,635 for an individual student.
Read more: Proof of Financial Support
King's International offers a variety of programs and services for both international and domestic students. These services include:
- International Student Services and Orientation
- Immigration Advising
- Peer Guide Program
- Outgoing and Incoming Exchange
- International Partner Liaison
- International Student Programming
- Support for International Summer Programs
- International Risk Management
- Pre-Departure Sessions & Support for International Experiential Learning
Download the King's International Guide Book Get Involved! Outgoing Exchange Postcard
Outgoing Exchange
Discover learning opportunities at King’s partner universities worldwide. Transfer credits from abroad to your King’s degree.
Incoming Exchange
Find exchange information for students coming from partner universities abroad (students coming to King’s).
Immigration: Studying and Working in Canada
Be informed about immigration regulations governing your stay in Canada.
Amna Wasty, Olivia Yusuf and He (Eric) Wang are happy to assist international students in preparing for and during their journey to King’s.
The team at King’s International provides the following supports:
- Reception and arrival services
- Programming and events throughout the year, including our Bridging Orientation and Peer Guide Program
- Immigration advising
- Supports for outgoing and incoming exchange
- Referrals to other departments
Advising is available for matters pertaining to communication with your home/partner institution, international services and programs or cultural/personal adjustment. If you need assistance with any of these matters (or if you are not sure where to go for assistance) please contact King's International to schedule an appointment.
Email: King's International
Phone: 519-433-3491 ext. 4623
You can also contact Amna, Olivia and Eric individually or come by the office during daily drop-in hours from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Alumni Court, room 220
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Amna Wasty, MA, RISIA Manager, King's International Office: Alumni Court 220B Email: Amna.Wasty@kings.uwo.ca Phone: 519-433-3491 ext. 4589 |
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Olivia Yusuf International Student Programs and Engagement Coordinator, King's International Office: Alumni Court 220 Email: Olivia.Yusuf@kings.uwo.ca Phone: 519-433-3491 ext. 4623 |
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He (Eric) Wang, M.Ed, RCIC International and Exchange Student Advisor Office: Alumni Court 220A Email: Eric.Wang@kings.uwo.ca Phone: 519-433-3491 ext. 4782 |