u/TieInternational4568

Hi everyone,

My study permit application status was updated to:

“Final decision: Approved. You need to send us your valid passport to finalize your application.”

I also received the passport request letter. However, when I check the application tracker, it still shows:

• Eligibility review: In progress
• Background check: In progress

Has anyone experienced the same thing after approval/PPR? Is this normal and just a delay in the system update?

Hi everyone,

I applied for a Canadian study permit (outside Canada) on April 11, 2026 for a thesis-based Master’s in Electrical Engineering (Software Engineering specialization) at the University of Calgary.

Just wanted to share my profile and timeline, and hopefully get some insights from others who’ve gone through a similar process:

Background:

•	2 Bachelor’s degrees: Computer Science + International Studies

•	Master’s in Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship (USA, Fulbright scholar)

•	Admitted to UCalgary with minimum funding, plus my own funds well above IRCC’s requirement

Timeline so far:

•	Apr 11, 2026: Application submitted

•	Apr 17, 2026: Upfront medical passed

•	Apr 22, 2026: Biometrics completed

Everything seems to be moving, but I’m currently waiting on the background check phase.

Questions:

•	How long does the background check usually take for cases like mine?

•	When can I realistically expect a passport request (PPR)?

•	Any recent applicants who can share their timelines?

Appreciate any insights or experiences you can share.

Thanks in advance!