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title: What is IRCC?
description: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is the federal department responsible for managing immigration, visas, study permits, and citizenship. All international student applications are processed under IRCC regulations.
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/what-is-ircc/"
updated: "2026-01-12"
category: Application Essentials
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# What is IRCC?

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is the federal department responsible for managing immigration, visas, study permits, and citizenship. All international student applications are processed under IRCC regulations.