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How do you find out which visa office (embassy) is handling your study permit application?

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By VisaBuddies Communityvia community — compiled from public visa forums

Step-by-Step

IRCC doesn't usually display which specific visa office is processing your file on the online portal by default, but there are ways to find out.

  1. Call IRCC (CIC) after your biometrics and medical exam are completed — at that stage, an agent can often tell you which visa office is handling your application.

  2. Submit a web form request at any time asking which office is processing your file, especially if the application is being processed inside Canada, where you may be able to get more detailed status information.

  3. Be prepared for some uncertainty regardless. Even after asking, some applicants report that which office handles internal decisions can remain unclear until a final decision is issued — so don't expect full visibility into the process at every stage.

Dos, Don'ts & Tips

  • Do: Call IRCC after your biometrics and medical are done — agents can often confirm which visa office is handling your file at that point.
  • Tip: A web form request works anytime and can surface more detail if your application is being processed inside Canada.

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