Student Visas

Canadian Student Permit & Study Visa Applications 

Many foreign students come to Canada to study English and French. They also attend Canadian colleges/universities to obtain degrees and diplomas.

You need to apply for a study permit if:

• the program of study is six months or longer. (You may need a visitor visa depending on the country you are from)
• you intend to apply for another program after your initial six month period.
• you work on campus, take an internship/co-op class, or take a paid practical training course that is part of the educational program.

* Special consideration applies to minors in Canada, family members of diplomatic personnel and members of armed forces under the Visiting Forces Act.

If you study in Quebec, you need to apply for CAQ (Certificat d'acceptation du Quebec) before being eligible to apply for a study permit (student visa) even for part-time courses.

Study Permit & Student Visa Applications

If you study in Quebec, you need to apply for CAQ (Certificat d'acceptation du Quebec) before being eligible to apply for a study permit (student visa) even for part-time courses.

If you need to apply for a study permit, you need to be accepted by an educational institute first. 

Students are required to demonstrate financial sufficiency for the first year of studies. You need to submit proof of financial support meeting the minimum of:

• Student : $10,000/year + the cost of tuition ($833/month)
• Spouse/common-law partner/first dependent : $4,000/year ($333/month)
• Dependent/subsequent family member: $3,000/year ($250/month)

You may be asked to take the medical exam depending on the country you have resided for more than six consecutive months in the year immediately preceding the date of seeking entry to Canada.

If you can demonstrate financial sufficiency and would like to obtain a study permit please contact our team.

Work Permits For Students

It is possible to work in Canada while you are here as a student, and there are opportunities for jobs on and off campus.

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.