Renewing your authorizations to study in Québec
You must submit a new application for temporary selection for studies if one of the following applies to you:
- Your studies extend beyond the expiry date of your Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ) pour études;
- You are changing the level of your studies;
- You are changing educational institution, except in the following cases:
- If you hold a valid CAQ for Studies issued before 6 December 2024, you do not need to apply for a change of institution at the same level of study.
- Minor children at primary or secondary level may change educational institution without the need for a new CAQ for Studies unless their CAQ for Studies is linked to a specific educational institution.
If you think you need to extend your CAQ for Studies to complete your training program, please notify your educational institution as soon as possible so that you can obtain the necessary documents for your new application.
We strongly recommend that you submit your application at least three months before your CAQ and your study permit expire.
Please also note that once you have received your CAQ confirmation letter, you will need to apply for a new study permit from the federal government.
The steps for applying for a temporary selection to extend a study stay are outlined on the page Apply for a temporary selection for studies.
The documents required specifically for an extension application are listed on the page Required documents for an application for the International Student Program.
If you plan to travel outside Canada and your authorizations to study in Québec are coming to an end, it is best to apply before leaving.
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Need more information for a specific case? Contact the Ministère.
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Montréal and surrounding area: 514-864-9191
Elsewhere in Québec (toll-free): 1-877-864-9191
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Last update: August 3, 2026