Canada Study Permit

Canada Study Permit Guide for International Students

Once you have successfully been accepted onto a course at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada, you can apply for a Canadian study permit. A Canada study permit is a study visa for international students who wish to pursue academic, research, or vocational study at a designated learning institution in Canada. 

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Eligibility for the Canada Study Permit

A Canada study permit costs approximately CAD 150, and processing fees are paid online or offline using cards and demand drafts. One must fulfil the following criteria to qualify for a Student Permit:

• Acceptance by a Designated Learning Institute (DLI)
• Clean background, no criminal record
• Certification of health
• Intent to return to the country of origin upon completion of studies
• Proof of funds for studying, living expenses, and maintenance of self and dependents (see below)

Required Study Permit documents

To successfully receive your visa to study in Canada, you are required to supply the following:

• Unconditional Letter of Acceptance
• All academic documents of the applicant, including:
  • Certified degree/diploma
  • Certificates and mark sheets (10th onwards)
  • Original degree/diploma transcripts
  • Work experience certificate
  • IELTS
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Financial proof of living expenses
• Medical exam
• Biometric

How long does it take to receive a Study Permit?

Processing times for Canadian Study Permit applications can vary greatly depending on the student’s country of residence at the time of applying. Students can check processing times at this Canadian Immigration Website website.

Exemptions to the Canada Study Permit

There are specific categories of students who do not require a study permit, they include:

• Those pursuing courses for six months or less
• Family and staff of foreign representatives, including diplomatic officials and embassy staff
• Members of the armed forces in Canada under the Visiting Forces Act

Student Permit Application Process

1. Check you are eligible

Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements for a Canadian study permit. You will need:

• An acceptance letter from a DLI
• Proof of financial support
• Supporting documents

2. Prepare your application

If you meet all eligibility requirements, then you can begin to gather all your supporting documents, including the above.

3. Submit your study permit application

You can now submit an electronic application using scanned or electronic copies of your supporting documents. Once your permit is approved, the Canadian government will issue you a Port of Entry Introduction Letter.

Canada Student Permit Enquiry

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact SI-Canada, who can assist with all queries regarding Canadian Study Permits.

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