Ottawa: Canadian authorities have asked foreign students, including those from India, to produce valid study permit documents as part of a wider effort to tighten checks on international students in the country.
Officials have begun issuing notices to students, asking them to present key documents such as their study permits, proof of enrolment, and identification records. The move comes amid growing concerns about misuse of student visas and cases where individuals were found not attending classes after entering Canada.
The latest step is part of stricter immigration monitoring introduced in 2026. Authorities are focusing on ensuring that students are enrolled in recognised institutions and are following the conditions of their visas. There have also been reports of irregularities and suspected fraud in recent months, prompting closer scrutiny.
Under current rules, students are required to hold a valid study permit, a letter of acceptance from an approved institution, and other supporting documents. In many cases, a provincial attestation letter has also become necessary for new applicants.
Canada has also introduced a cap on the number of international students it accepts, leading to tighter verification procedures. Immigration officials are now checking documents more carefully, and those found without proper records may face serious consequences.
Students who fail to provide valid documents risk cancellation of their visas, possible deportation, and restrictions on future entry into Canada.
The development has raised concern among international student communities, especially Indians who form one of the largest groups studying in Canada. Authorities have advised students to keep all documents updated and readily available for verification at any time.
The government says the measures are aimed at maintaining the integrity of the education and immigration system while ensuring that genuine students are protected.