BorderPass is a trusted platform that provides immigration guidance and legal support. It connects first-time applicants with licensed immigration lawyers who assist with Study Permit applications and related processes.

Niagara College is committed to supporting international students as they prepare for their studies in Canada. Through this partnership, first-time applicants have access to qualified Canadian immigration lawyers who assist with Study Permit applications by reviewing and submitting them to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), ensuring all required documents are complete and accurate. This support increases students’ chances of Study Permit approval, particularly in the context of rising Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) refusal rates. 

All first-time applicants applying for a Study Permit to attend Niagara College are required to use BorderPass. Some limited exceptions may apply for first-time applicants working with an exempted educational agency. 

You will need to create an account on https://app.borderpass.ai/signup?partnerId=3000878. 

You will receive guidance from licensed immigration lawyers to complete and submit your Study Permit application on BorderPass. BorderPass will also support you with immigration questions throughout the process.

Your BorderPass access also includes: 

• Access to Canadian immigration lawyers and professional legal experts, including support via email and chat during the application process. 
• Post-refusal support for applicants who receive a refusal and may wish to reapply or pursue a judicial review (subject to approval). 

No, there is no additional cost for first-time applicants. Students are only responsible for Government Processing and Biometrics fees, if applicable. You will receive free access to a BorderPass Subscription while enrolled in a full-time program.

Niagara College students receive guidance and orientation from our International Student Advisors (ISAs). ISAs provide students with academic and immigration advising, as well as support for their transition to Canada. ISAs help students understand immigration requirements, timelines, documents, and next steps for applications such as Study Permit extensions, Co-op Work Permits, and the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).

BorderPass may provide additional optional services. To access these immigration-related services, you must first meet with an International Student Advisor (ISA) at Niagara College for an assessment. If the ISA determines that the application is outside the College’s scope of support, the student may be referred to BorderPass with a referral code. 

• Referred cases may be subject to a reduced legal fee to use BorderPass services, in addition to any applicable Government processing and biometrics fees. 

Some of these services may include spousal work permits, visitor visas, and Social Insurance Number (SIN) registration. Additional supports may also include tax advising, resume building, and job matching. 

Current Niagara College students continue to receive guidance and orientation from our International Student Advisors (ISAs). ISAs help students understand immigration requirements, timelines, documents, and next steps for applications such as Study Permit extensions, Co-op Work Permits, and the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). Certain out of scope cases may be referred to BorderPass at the discretion of the ISA. 

• Contact BorderPass if you are a first-time applicant with a question related to your Study Permit application. Use the chatbot available in your BorderPass portal after signing up.
• Contact Niagara College for all other questions related to your student experience, such as Academic Support, Admissions, Bursaries and Scholarships, Career Services, Housing, Immigration Advising, Orientation, Registration, Student Life, Tuition and Fees, and more. Email: [email protected]

Applications are reviewed and submitted within 1-3 days if the application is complete. If the application submitted to the legal team is incomplete or requires legal recommendations, BorderPass will notify you and submit the application as soon as the requested details are provided.

No one can guarantee approval, as decisions are at the discretion of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). However, BorderPass helps applicants submit more complete, accurate, and professional applications, reviewed and submitted by a Canadian lawyer.  

If a student’s Study Permit application is refused, BorderPass offers judicial review services through a Canadian lawyer to assess whether the decision can be challenged. Alternatively, BorderPass can support students with reapplying to address the reasons for refusal and improve their chances of approval. 

As a result of NC’s partnership with BorderPass, Judicial Review legal fees may be waived (subject to administrative fees) for applicants that file their initial study permit application with BorderPass.. Traditional rate for these services can cost between $8,000-$10,000. Judicial Review services are subject to discretionary approval by BorderPass and Niagara College.

BorderPass provides a step-by-step guide to help students understand exactly where they are at in their immigration journey or specific permit application process. More details on understanding their immigration journey and application processes can be found in BorderPass’ Knowledge Base. 

Yes, BorderPass supports dependent family members of first-time applicants. Applications can be submitted online using the BorderPass platform for eligible students.
Similarly, BorderPass supports with visitor visa applications as well for first-time applicants.  

You should contact BorderPass to be assisted via the chat option (small blue circle in the bottom right corner of the BorderPass website or within your BorderPass dashboard). BorderPass also has a comprehensive self-service (Knowledge Base) which includes helpful articles, product walkthroughs, video tutorials, immigration tips, and more.

BorderPass staff are extremely responsive and will be able to assist every step of the applicant’s journey.  

Once a student transitions to enrolment, Niagara College International Student Advisors (ISA) staff will be your primary point of contact to support you with immigration questions and all questions pertaining to your journey at Niagara College as you transition in, through, and out of the Institution. 

If a student withdraws from the institution, their subscription will remain valid and will lapse at the end of the current study term.

BorderPass services are available to first-time applicants only while they are enrolled at Niagara College.

Information provided to and received through BorderPass is accessible only by the applicant and their representatives at BorderPass. If you have any additional questions, please refer to BorderPass’ User Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for more details.

BoarderPass takes User data security extremely seriously and has numerous technical and operational measures in place to ensure that customer data remains safe. BoarderPass successfully completed the AICPA Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type II audit, which confirms that their information security practices, policies, procedures, and operations meet the SOC 2 standards for security. Read more about Security at BorderPass.

User data for legal record keeping purposes are retained until the User requests their destruction, and even then, BorderPass still retains some data for legal record keeping purposes under their Terms of Service. BorderPass retains such records for no less than the period prescribed by Applicable Laws including respective Provincial Law Society’s Guidelines on Retention and Destruction. 

Copies of all your documents are hosted in the Document Vault and can be accessed there. The Application Hub provides an overview of all of your applications including previously submitted, in progress, and upcoming. 

All services on BorderPass are submitted through the Lawyers’ Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) portal, and it is highly recommended that you track application or status updates directly through your BorderPass dashboard.