CANADA STUDY VISA REQUIREMENT fOR FOREIGN STUDENTS

exceptions

In some cases, a study permit to go to school is not required in Canada. 1. You do not need a study permit if you plan to take a course or program in Canada that lasts six months or less. You must complete the course or program within the period authorized for your stay in Canada. Even if you do not need a study permit, it is a good idea to apply for a permit before you come to Canada. If you decide that you want to continue your studies in another program after you complete your short-term course or program, you must apply through a Canadian visa office outside Canada for a study permit if you do not already have one.

2. If you are a family member or staff member of a foreign representative to Canada accredited by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, you may not need a permit to study in Canada. You should contact your embassy in Canada. Your embassy can contact the Office of Protocol at Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada to find out whether you need a study permit.

3. If you are a member of a foreign armed force under the Visiting Forces Act, you do not need a permit to study in Canada. If your family members, including minor children, want to study in Canada, they must meet the requirements.

canada immigration: study in canada

To study in Canada, you may need a study permit, and/or a temporary resident visa, though not everyone must have these documents. To be eligible to study in Canada

1. You must have been accepted by a school, college, university or other educational institution in Canada.

2. You must prove that you have enough money to pay for your:

Tuition fees

Living expenses for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada

Return transportation for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada

3. You must be a law-abiding citizen with no criminal record and not be a risk to the security of Canada. You may have to provide a police certificate.

4. You must be in good health and willing to complete a medical examination, if necessary.

5. You must satisfy an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay.

students are allowed to work

Canadian educational institutions allow foreign students to work on-campus throughout the school year to earn money. In addition, they may be entitled to apply for Off-Campus Work visa after 6 months. Foreign students are also entitled to apply for a Post-Graduation Work visa that enables them to remain in Canada for up to three years. It may also be possible to have their permanent residence application processed in tandem, allowing them to work and live in Canada permanently..

IELTS Requirements for foreign students

Applicants from an educational insttute outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Thetest must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.
Acceptable Tests
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
IELTS (International English Language Testing Service)
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
PTE (Pearson Test of English)

Student Visa Requirements

Canada welcomes international students to take advantage of Canada's world-class education system. The specific requirements for the Student visa vary depending on the selected level of study, the applicant's educational background, and his/her country of citizenship.

All applicants have to fulfill the following general requirements Proof of acceptance and enrolment to an accredited academic institution in Canada Possess a valid passport/travel document, and provide proof of financial support; and

Ties to their home country and evidence of their intention to leave Canada at the end of their studies.

Applicant also have to ensure that he/she is criminally and medically admissible to enter Canada and be willing to undergo a medical examination if required.