Nigerians applying for Canadian study, work, visitor and super visas are now facing new estimated waiting times after Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest processing update.
The revised figures increase waiting times for study permits, visitor visas and super visas, while work permit applications remain unchanged.
Current Canada Visa Processing Times For Nigerians
IRCC’s latest estimates show the following waiting periods for Nigerian applicants:
| Visa Category | Estimated Waiting Time |
| Study permit | 7 weeks |
| Work permit | 7 weeks |
| Visitor visa | 68 days |
| Super visa | 43 days |
Compared with the previous update, study permit processing increased from six to seven weeks. Visitor visa applications rose from 64 to 68 days, while super visa waiting times increased from 41 to 43 days. Work permit applications remain at seven weeks.
Other Countries Also Recorded Changes
The Canadian immigration department also adjusted estimated waiting times for several other countries.
Pakistan experienced one of the biggest increases after work permit processing climbed from 11 weeks to 25 weeks. The Philippines also saw study permit processing increase by one week, while super visa waiting times rose from 73 days to 100 days.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s super visa waiting time fell from 196 days to 185 days.
IRCC Says Waiting Times Can Vary
IRCC said the published figures are estimates rather than guaranteed decision dates.
“Processing times are estimates.”
According to the department, application volumes, case complexity, available resources and requests for additional documents can all affect how long an application takes to process.
The department reviews these estimates every week, with the next update expected around 12 August 2026.
FAQ
How long does Canada visa processing take for Nigerians in 2026?
Canada visa waiting times for Nigerians vary by visa category. IRCC estimates place study permits at seven weeks, work permits at seven weeks, visitor visas at 68 days and super visas at 43 days.
How long does a Canada study permit take from Nigeria?
Nigerian applicants currently wait about seven weeks for Canada study permit decisions based on IRCC’s processing estimates.
Did Canada increase visa waiting times for Nigerians?
The new IRCC figures increased study permit waiting time from six weeks to seven weeks, visitor visa waiting time from 64 days to 68 days and super visa waiting time from 41 days to 43 days.
How long does a Canada visitor visa take from Nigeria?
Canada visitor visa applications from Nigeria currently take about 68 days based on IRCC estimates.
Why is my Canada visa application delayed?
Visa decisions may take longer when IRCC handles high application volumes, reviews complex cases, requests extra documents or needs more information before making a decision.
