Getting a Canadian Study Permit is very easy, for students who wish to Study in Canada.

You are still not sure of studying in Canada? Well then, you haven’t had a rethink, because Canadian universities Offer a high-quality teaching system, Canada is also rich in possibilities and cultures. Canada Universities focus on Research, Scientific Publications and International Collaborations, these 3 aspects are very essential for effective learning.

For you to study in Canada effectively without issues with governmental authorities, you need to apply and obtain a Canadian Study Permit which serves as a Canadian Student Visa for the duration of your stay.

You don’t need a Canadian Study Permit if your course wont last more than 6 months. If you decided to extend your study/ stay, you will also need to renew your Canadian study Permit.

For full-time students registered at an accredited higher education institution, a study permit also allows you to work part-time on campus. You may also be able to work off-campus, work as a co-op or intern as part of your program, stay in Canada as a permanent resident or find work after you graduate.

In this article, we will be giving you a step by step guide in applying for a Canadian Study Permit with ease and get fast/quick approval.

Applying for a Canadian study permit

You can apply for the Canadian Study Permit in two ways; online or paper, via the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website. Online application is more preferable unlike Paper applications which typically takes about twice as long, and it’s always recommended to check the processing times well in advance.

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To apply online, you’ll need a credit/debit card and the ability to create electronic copies of your supporting documents (i.e. using a scanner or camera). The visa office in your country will provide specific instructions about which documents you need to provide; this can vary depending on your location. If you need assistance, you can get help at your nearest visa application center (VAC).

The process for obtaining a Canadian Study Permit is as follows:

You must first obtain a standardized letter of acceptance from a recognizedhigher education provider. Students studying in Quebec must also apply for a certificate of acceptance, known as a CAQ, from the government of Quebec. You must acquire this before you are permitted to apply for a study permit. You can get this online, by printing out a form, or by requesting a paper form from your university, which will also provide advice on this subject.
The next stage is to get a Canadian student visa application package, either from the CIC websiteor by contacting your local visa office, or the Canadian embassy or consulate in your home country. You may also need to obtain a temporary residence permit if you are from a designated country (find out if you need to get one here), but this will not complicate matters too much as it’ll be processed at the same time as your study permit application.
In order to get your application package you’ll need to answer a few questions about yourself on the CIC website. These questions will determine whether you are eligible to apply online for a Canadian student permit, and what documents you’ll need to provide.
If you are found eligible, you will receive a personal checklist code, valid for 60 days, which you will need in order to submit your application online. Make sure to print out the page containing your code for future reference. The page will also include an application guide, an estimated tuition fees amount, a list of documents you will need to submit with your application, and guidelines for your next steps.
When you are ready to apply, create a MyCIC account, where you will enter your personal checklist code. You will then receive your personal document checklist which allows you to upload and send your documents to CIC. You’ll need a printer or a scanner to do this.
Once you have your documents and application form ready and have paid your fees, you can submit your completed application to CIC.
Some applicants may have to attend an interview at their local visa office.
Additional Canadian Study Permit requirements



Some or all of the following additional Canadian Study Permit requirement may also apply:

Applicants from certain countrieswill need to provide biometrics (photograph and fingerprints).
Some applicants may also need to get a medical exam and/or police check before submitting their application. You will not be able to get a study permit if you have a criminal record – you may be asked to provide a Police Clearance Certificate as proof.
Unless you’re from the US or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you will need to prove you have a valid passport which allows you to return to your country of origin after your course is complete. Two passport-sized pictures are also required, with your name and date of birth written on the back.
Canadian student visa requirements also include proof of funds to support yourself. At present this is deemed to be C$10,000 (~US$7,070) for every year of your stay (C$11,000/~US$7,780 if you’re applying to study in Quebec) on top of your tuition fees. You will also need to make sure you have enough money to pay for transportation to return home.
To prove you have this money, you can provide any of the following documents: bank statements, evidence of a Canadian account in your name if the money’s been transferred, a bank draft in a convertible currency, proof of payment of tuition and accommodation fees, a letter from a person or institution providing you with money, or proof of funding paid from within Canada if you have a scholarship or are undertaking a Canadian-funded program.

Study and work permit holders from visa-exempt countrieswho received their permit on or before 31 July 2018 will have to get an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) as of 15 March 2018 to return to Canada. Applicants who get their study or work permit on or after 1 August 2017 will automatically be issued an eTA along with their permit.
Next steps after applying

Now you have successfully applied for the Canadian Study Permit, you are not done yet. After approval, you will receive a letter of introduction, while students from countries which require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) and/or a temporary residence visa will be issued these if required. The eTA will be linked to your passport.

It is important that you travel with the passport you used when you applied for your study permit. The eTA will be valid for five years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.

Present these along with your passport, proof of your finances and your letter of acceptance (and any other documents that you’ve been advised to take) to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) in Canada, who will then issue your Canadian study permit and allow you access into Canada.

Your Canadian study permit will become invalid 90 days after you have completed your study program.

Meanwhile, if you still wish to continue your stay and probably work also, the below information will be of great help and guide for those who wish to work and study in Canada.

Working while you study in Canada



If you’d like to get a part-time job to help support yourself while studying in Canada, you can now qualify to work on or off-campus for up to 20 hours during university semesters and full-time during breaks such as the winter or summer holidays, without the need for a work permit.

To qualify, you must:

Have a valid study permit
Be a full-time student
Be enrolled at a designated learning institution at post-secondary level or, in Quebec, a vocational program at secondary level
Be studying in an academic, vocational or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate that is at least six months in duration.
You will also need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) from Service Canada to work in Canada or to receive benefits and services from government programs.

You’ll need to acquire a post-graduation work permit if you want to stay in Canada after your studies and seek work. This is valid for three years.

I guess this article has been of great help and benefit to you.