Nigerians applying to study or travel in Canada are facing longer estimated processing times after Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest temporary residence update.
IRCC updated its processing-time estimates on August 5, 2026, with the latest figures showing increases across several temporary residence categories.
For Nigerian applicants, the estimated processing time for study permits increased from six weeks to seven weeks between July 28 and August 5.
The wait for Canadian visitor visas also increased, rising from 64 days to 68 days.
However, the estimated processing time for Nigerians applying for a work permit remained unchanged at seven weeks.
