FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT STUDY PERMIT
WHAT ARE THE NEW CHANGES TO STUDY PERMIT?
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL). Commencing from January 22, 2024, most
international students would need a PAL from either the province or territory where they
intend to study. This is to avoid a rejection of your application.
WHO CAN APPLY FOR A STUDY PERMIT?
They must be enrolled in a Designated Learning Institution
Must be financial capable of paying for their tuition fees, his living expenses
(and those of family members) and capable of paying for return a flight
Must be law abiding and obtain a police certificate
Must be medically healthy a obtain a medical exam.
WHAT ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS A STUDENT?
While studying, international students are obligated to:
Work toward completing their education
Obeying the work permit conditions
Inform IRCC if you change your school
If they are no longer meeting study requirements, stop studying
When your study permit expires, leave Canada
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED?
Acceptance letter
If their program of study is either a master’s or doctoral degree, a PAL
Identity document
Financial capability proof
Biometrics
Other documentation may also be required
WHERE CAN YOU GO TO APPLY?
Prospective students should apply online except they can prove that they either have a
disability, are stateless or refugees. The approximate processing time is around 13
weeks.
For assistance to navigate through your study permit process, contact us
through info@canadavigenis.ca
WHAT IS COMPLETENESS CHECK?
This is the process where the processing officer ascertains whether all the required
documents have been included in the study visa application. In some cases, incomplete
applications can be rejected. If the application is approved, the student will be issued a
study permit and a letter of introduction.
WHAT’S YOUR DUTY BEFORE YOU COME TO CANADA?
Before leaving your country of residence, read the pre-departure guide and
information about life as a student in Canada.
It’s also important to read the Canadian Border Service Agency’s information for
international students.
Demonstrate, at the port of entry, your willingness to return to your home country
or country of origin after your graduation.
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