If you are studying an English or French language-program for less than 90 days, you may not require a visa, depending on your nationality.
For longer programs of study, or if you are not studying English or French, you will likely require a visa and/or student authorization.
What documents will be required?Applications may require the following:
1. An official letter of acceptance from an accredited educational institution
2. A completed application form: To complete your application you will need to know the cost of your education including tuition fees and books, medical insurance, return transportation costs and living costs for yourself and any dependants while in Canada. Living costs vary in each province.
3. The application fee of $125 CAD / $80 USD
4. 2 passport style pictures.
5. Your passport (applicants from countries whose citizens require visitor visas for Canada must provide their valid passport. Applicants from countries not on this list need only provide a photocopy. Applicants who are United States Citizens or Green Card holders do not require a passport -- please submit proof of citizenship or a copy of your green card).
6. An acceptance letter from the institution.
7. Proof of funds available to support you during the first year of your studies. In general, $10,000 CAD is required in addition to tuition fees for one year.
8. A transcript from your last program of study.
Additional Requirements1. If you intend to study in the Province of Québec, you must obtain and submit a Certificat d' Acceptation du Québec from the Service d'Immigration du Québec.
2. If you are under the age of 16, a guardianship agreement, signed by your custodial parent(s) and notarized, in favour of a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident, and a notarized acceptance of guardianship from your guardian.
3. A medical examination may be required in some cases, depending on your program of study, the length of time you will spend in Canada, and the countries where you have resided in the 12 months before going to Canada. Time required to issue visa:
Application takes about 5 weeks to process (allow longer for postal-delivery time) Note: Canadian universities suggest that one apply for admission at least one year in advance of planned arrival.
What is the cost of a visa?If a student visa and/or authorization is required, the cost is CAN$125
How long is the visa valid for?Student visas and authorization are valid for the duration of the program of study
Other information:You may be allowed to work in Canada if you meet one of the following requirements:
You want to work as a graduate assistant;
Your employment is part of a course of study, such as a work term during the year, as in cooperative programs;
You want to work on campus; or
You want to work after graduation in a study-related job for up to one year
Embassy contact information:Please contact the nearest Canadian embassy for information on what
documentation you may require to enter Canada.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada:
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