Purpose of a Study Permit

A Study Permit is the official document issued by an officer that allows someone who is not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to study in Canada. 

Entry requirements

• You must have been accepted  at a recognized school, university or college in Canada.
• You must be able to prove that you have enough money to pay for:
  • Tuition fees
  • living expenses for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada
  • return transportation for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada.
• You must be a law abiding citizen with no criminal record and not be a risk to the security of Canada. You may have to provide a police certificate.
• You must be in good health and willing to complete a medical examination, if necessary.
• You must satisfy an immigration officer that you will leave Canada when you have completed your studies.

How to Apply for a Study permit

• Check the application processing times. 
• Obtain and print the application.
• Determine where to submit your application.
• Collect documents you may need to apply.
• Complete your application for a study permit.
• Pay the correct processing fee.
• Check your application.
• Submit the application form.
• Supply additional information and documents. 

What to submit

• Proof of acceptance at a recognized university, college or school in Canada.
• Proof of identity:
  • Valid passport of travel document.
  • two recent passport-size photos of you and your accompanying family.
• Proof of financial support
  • evidence can include some of the following:
    • proof of a Canadian bank account in your name if money has been transferred to Canada;
    • your bank statements for the past four months'
    • a bank-draft in convertible currency;
    • proof of payment of tuition;
    • a letter from the person/institution providing you with money

Permit fees

Nationals of certain countries are subject to visa fees. Fees are levied per application and are not refundable should the application be refused.

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