Student Visa

Quality and Internationally Recognized Degrees

Canada gives much significance to education and has been maintaining high standards in education. Canada is renowned for its research-intensive universities. Canada is ranked 4th in the world for scientific research.

Affordable Education and Living

Canada offers not only quality education, but education which is affordable for international including Indian students. Compared to countries like the UK, USA and Australia, cost of education in Canada is quite moderate.

Student Friendly

Canada’s prime cities Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal have been recognized as world class cities to live and work, for cleanliness, safety, cultural activities and attractive lifestyles. Multiculturalism is at the heart of Canada, which makes the country very student-friendly.

Job Opportunities

Canada is one of the few nations that offer job opportunities to students who have graduated from Canadian Universities and have obtained a Canadian degree. In fact, after finishing their studies, international students can work in Canada for up to 3 years!

What’s the Difference between a Student Visa and a Study Permit?

For international students looking for studying in Canada, obtaining a student visa is an essential part of the student application process. However, a visa isn’t the only significant document, international students need in order to begin studying in Canada.

The study permit is a document issued that allows foreign nationals to study at Designated Learning Institutes (DLIs) in Canada. Most foreign nationals need a study permit to study in Canada. Your study permit is not your visa. It doesn’t let you enter Canada.

Canada Student Visa is a document that allows you to enter Canada as long as it is valid. A study permit on the other hand, is a document that permits you to study, work and stay in Canada legally as a student as long as its valid.

What is the Eligibility for Canadian Study Visa?

You can apply for Canada Student Visa, if you fulfill the following criteria:

• You have been accepted by a Designated Learning Institute (DLI);
• You need to prove that you have adequate funds to pay your tuition fees and living expenses;
• You need to prove that you have a clean background with no criminal records in your name. The aspirants need to present Police Clearance Certificate to prove this;
• You need to take a health check up and produce a medical certificate, that certifies that you are in good health.

Also at the time of the visa interview, you need to convince the visa officer that you will leave Canada once you complete your studies.

What are the Documents Required for a Canada Student Visa Application?

You should apply for the student visa after you receive the college application letter. Following are the documents needed to apply for a Canada student visa.

1) Valid Passport

You would need a Valid Passport to be able to apply for a Study Permit. As of the Canadian High Commission, it is important that you have a passport whose validity covers the intended stay in Canada. For instance, if you plan to travel to Canada in September 2019 for a two-year course, your passport should be valid until at least September 2021.

2) DLI’s Proof of Acceptance

A Designated Learning Institute is the University which is recognized by the Immigration Department. If you are applying for Quebec, you would also need to have a CAQ, which you would be duly notified for.

3) Proof of Funds

At the time of application for your Study Permit, you would have to show proof of funds. As per the present standards, you would have to prove that you would have enough funds to pay our tuition fees as well as take care of living expenses. Apart from these two, the student would also have to prove that he/she has enough funds for a return fare as well.

4) Immigration Medical Examination (IME)

Canadian Immigration requires international students from India to undergo a compulsory Immigration Medical Examination from empaneled doctors. Students would have to book an appointment and visit the listed doctors for a medical examination, preferably a week before they start their Visa Application.

5) English Language Proficiency Exam Score

Though not mandatory to have at the time of application, it is strongly recommended that you have appeared for and get your English Language Proficiency Score before you start your Visa Application Process. As it is, you would have had to submit the same to confirm your admission to the Canadian University. TOEFL, IELTS, etc. are all acceptable.

6) Statement of Purpose

When applying for a Canadian Study Permit, you would be required to submit an essay stating the purpose of your trip to Canada and why you have chosen the particular institution.

What is the Canada Student Visa Processing Time?

Processing time is the time taken by the CIC for processing a visa application. It starts when the aspirant files the application until the final decision day. As such, there is no specific time period mentioned for processing a Canada study visa application. Aspirants (both online and paper) can view the status of their applications through their MyCIC account.

How to Extend Student Visa in Canada?

For staying in Canada, students need to have a valid study permit. If in case, your study permit expires before completion of your studies (program) then you need to apply for renewal of study permit. Ideally, you should apply at least 30 days before your current permit expires. Candidates can submit their application through mail or online.