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Immigration
Regulations
After being accepted by an institution for a program
of study in Canada, the student should apply for a
study permit at the nearest Canadian diplomatic
mission. For expedient processing, it is recommended
that applications be filed at least three months
prior to the commencement of classes. For nationals
of some countries, visitor visas are also required;
these are issued at the same time as the study
permit. In order to apply for a study permit, you
need the following documents:
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A
valid passport
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An
original letter of acceptance from a university,
college or other institution
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Evidence
of adequate funds to cover tuition and living
costs for you and your dependents, including
return transportation
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For
students going to Québec institutions, a
certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ) from
Québec immigration authorities
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If
applicable, a letter from your sponsor
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A
letter of reference from a dependable person in
your community will help.
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In
some cases, a medical examination by a doctor
designated by the Canadian government may be
needed. The immigration officer will provide
information on this requirement. There is a
processing charge of $125 for the study
permit. There is no fee for the visa when it is
issued with a study permit.
A
personal interview with a visa officer may be
required; any documentation which might be useful as
a demonstration of strong ties to your country of
origin may be of assistance at the interview. For all Indian visa related information see
http://www.vfs-canada.co.in
Under no circumstance should a student come to
Canada without a valid study permit (and visa if
required). Citizens and permanent residents of the
United States, St. Pierre and Miquelon and Greenland
may, however, apply for the study permit at a
Canadian port of entry. The same documentary and fee
requirements apply as for all students.
Different regulations apply to short-term programs;
see www.cic.gc.ca |
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