How to Apply for a Study Permit

A prospective student must be eligible to apply for a study visa in Canada if they meet the following requirements:

• Obtain an acceptance letter from an approved educational institution.
• Demonstrate that he or she has the money to cover living expenses, the cost of tuition for the first year, and the cost of returning home.
• Possess a certificate of police clearance. A criminal past may result in an application being rejected because it could jeopardize Canadian security.
• Stay well. Prospective candidates must finish a medical assessment.
• Obtain a Certificat d’acceptation du Quebec (Quebec Acceptance Certificate, or CAQ) if he or she wishes to study in Montreal or Quebec.
• Convince the immigration official that you intend to depart Canada at the conclusion of the time allowed by your study permit.
• An applicant could also be required to submit the following supporting documents in addition to the documents listed above.
• Passports for each family member listed on the application as well as the primary applicant.
• Each family member and the primary applicant are shown in two passport-size pictures on the application, with the applicant's full name and birthdate inscribed on the back.
• An applicant must provide a photocopy of their marriage license, if appropriate.
• Any additional documents that a particular visa officer requests must be submitted by the candidate.

Fast Track: Student Direct Stream

International students from important Asian countries can expedite the processing of their study permits by using the Student Direct Stream fast track option. Under Student Direct Programs, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) typically needs 20 calendar days to process an application. 2018 saw the introduction of the Student Direct Stream, which accepts applications from the following nations:

• India
• China
• Pakistan
• The Philippines
• Vietnam
• Senegal
• Morocco

The following documentation is required for applicants to be eligible for the Student Direct Stream:

• Possess an admission letter from a recognized educational institution in Canada.
• Reside outside of Canada at the time of study permit application.
• Obtain documentation attesting to the payment of your first year's tuition in Canada.
• Own the most recent transcript of studies, whether secondary and post-secondary.
• Must receive a certificate of police clearance prior to applying.
• Obtain a TEF score that is equal to the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) or an IELTS reading, listening, speaking, and writing score of at least 6.0 in each of the four language test categories. at least a 7 in each of the four skills (speaking, writing, listening, and reading).