Applying for a Canadian Study Permit? Here Are Some Tips

Canada is a welcoming, diverse, and economically advanced country with some of the world's best educational institutions. It also has a student visa program which typically is shorter than in other major countries, allows students to work while they study, and comes at a relatively affordable price - especially when compared to top-ranking schools in the United States. However, you should know that, like in many other countries, the impact of the pandemic, and its associated policies, have caused extreme backlogs.

Still, it's no wonder, each year, more students from abroad are applying with the hope of advancing their education here. While the opportunity to study in Canada is significant, the process can also be confusing.

For the most part, potential students should research multiple universities and list their preferred choices. Canada’s universities typically follow a stringent application process that requires all relevant files to be delivered to the university on time - and in some cases, in physical copy rather than online. The universities may also require - depending on your country of origin, a language proficiency test in either English or French. 

Once your research is complete and you have begun your application - you should know that you will need multiple supporting documents. 

These documents include a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution, such as a government-recognized university. To come to Canada, you’ll also need to show that outside of being accepted; you can support yourself and/or have a custodian. You will also need to show proof of finances, which generally requires you to disclose bank statements, as well as an official document from the intuition into which you have been accepted. 

You will also need identification documents, including a national identity documents, birth certificate, or a passport. You could also be asked to provide the travel details and documents of other family members who might be arriving in the country with you. We can provide you with a letter of representation and receive correspondence on your behalf.

Thinking of applying for a study permit? We can help. Reach out today.