Study Visa
Every year, Canada accepts over 350,000 students from various countries. If you have plans to pursue your education at a Canadian education institution, it is generally necessary for most international students to submit an application for a study permit. Upon receiving the study permit, foreign individuals are granted the opportunity to study in Canada at a recognized institute for the duration of their chosen course or program.
Under certain circumstances, attending school in Canada may not require obtaining a study permit:
1. If the course or program you intend to study is less than 6 months in duration.
2. If you are a family member or staff of a foreign representative to Canada.
3. If you are a member of a foreign armed force.
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.
An individual might need a Temporary Resident Visa if they come from a country that mandates such visas for entry into Canada. However, citizens of visa-exempt nations do not need a Temporary Resident Visa.
Working in Canada as a student:
While studying in Canada, you have the option to engage in employment through various work programs designed for students by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Students have the opportunity to work in Canada during their academic tenure through the following avenues:
1. On-Campus employment without requiring a separate Work Permit.
2. Off-Campus employment with a Work Permit.
3. Participation in Co-op and Internship Programs that are integrated into the academic curriculum, with a Work Permit.
Furthermore, the supposes or common-law partners of international students can apply for a work permit that is value throughout the duration of the study permit.