What happens if I stay in Canada without attending school?

This is a serious question and it’s important to know the real consequences of not following the rules while in Canada on a student visa:

What happens if you do not attend school on a Canadian student visa:

If you do not go to school while on a study permit in Canada you are violating the conditions of your visa According to IRCC Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada this can lead to:

1 You can lose your legal status in Canada

2 You may be asked to leave the country or be deported

3 You can be banned from coming back to Canada for several years

4 It can affect future visa applications not just for Canada but for other countries too

How will CIC IRCC find out

Even if it feels like no one is watching here is how they know:

1 Schools Must Report to IRCC

• Designated Learning Institutions DLIs are required by law to report whether international students are actually attending

• If you stop attending your college or university they will report it to IRCC

2 Random Checks and Audits

• IRCC does random checks and may ask for proof of enrollment or progress

• They may contact your school directly

3 When You Apply for a New Visa or Permit

• If you apply for a work permit or PR later they will check your past status and attendance

• If records show you did not follow the rules it can be used against you

4 Address and SIN Usage

• If you start working without proper authorization or use your SIN number IRCC can track it

• They use data from multiple sources to find out your activities

What You Should NOT Do:

• Do not stay in Canada illegally It can cause serious long term problems

• Do not work off-campus if you are not enrolled It is not allowed

• Do not ignore communication from IRCC They might issue a removal order

What You Can Do Instead:

If you are in this situation or planning to drop out here are better options:

• Transfer to another college and continue studying

• Change your visa status if you qualify for another type of visa

• Leave Canada voluntarily to avoid a future ban

• Speak to a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer for guidance

Final Word:

Canada has a fair but strict immigration system It is always better to follow the rules or take legal action to change your situation rather than hide or hope they will not find out.