Students who want to study in a foreign soil need some legal permits for their immigration. The permits for foreign students in Canada are very liberal. Those who migrate to Canada for study purposes can get themselves a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) and a Study Permit. The permit and TRV are not VISA Permissions but a permit that allows students to study and stay in Canada.
Documents Required for Study Permit
- An acceptance letter from your education institution
- A valid passport or travel document
- Documentation of a Canadian bank account in the student's name, if money has been transferred to Canada
- Documentation of a student/education loan from a financial institution
- Bank statements
- A bank draft in convertible currency
- Proof of payment of tuition and accommodation fees
- A letter for the person or institution providing the funding
- Proof of funding paid from within Canada if the students have a scholarship or are enrolled in a Canadian-funded educational program
- Statement of Purpose
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Important Information
- Students need to prove that they have enough money to pay for:
1. Tuition fees
2. Living expenses for self and any family members who come with you to Canada
3. Return transportation for yourself and any family members who come with them to Canada
- Students should be law-abiding citizen with no criminal records and not be a risk to the security of Canada (May have to provide a police certificate)
- The student should be in good health (May need to complete a Medical exam)
- Students are required to appear for a personal interview at the Canadian embassy or consulate.
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Find out the Eligibility
Applicants have to prove their eligibility for their permit of work or study. Applicants have to answer a given set of questionnaire for the purpose of the visit. Every different purpose has a different questionnaire and it takes around 10-15 minutes to complete it.
Questions asked about:
- Nationality
- Age
- Language ability
- Family members
- Education
- Work experience
- Income and/or net worth
Application through Student direct stream
This is a platform released by Canadian govt. for admission of students from India, China, and the Philippines. This enables the students to fast track the VISA application process. The requirements are usually similar to the regular study permits. The only addition is a stricter follow of the IELTS score of at least 6 band or a student must have graduated from
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Canada Student Visa Fee
A Study permit for Canada costs CAD$ 150, which is roughly equivalent to RS 7,845 (as shared on the CIC Website) as per the current exchange rate. As the exchange rate keeps changing, it's advised to check the fees at the time of visa application.
How Much Time is Needed for a Student Visa?
Immediately after the Student's Application has been accepted and enrolled in the university of choice, the applicant can start their application for the Canadian Study permit. Students should apply at least 4-6 months before your university degree program starts.
After they have applied, students have to wait about 35 days for the final decision.
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Canadian Embassy and Consulates Addresses-
1. High Commission of Canada, New Delhi
7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110 021, India
2. Consulate General of Canada
World Trade Center, 22nd Floor
26/1, Dr. Rajkumar Road
Malleshwaram West
Yeshwantpur
Bengaluru – 560055
3. Consulate General of Canada
SCO# 54-56, Sector 17 A
Chandigarh 160 017, India
4. Consulate General of Canada
Indiabulls Finance Centre
21st Floor, Tower 2
Senapati Bapat Marg
Elphinstone Road (West)
Mumbai 400013
VFS center addresses -
1. New Delhi
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Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level,
Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi-110001
2. Chennai
Canada Visa Application Centre
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Fagun Towers, Second floor, No 74, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore, Chennai- 600008, India
3. Mumbai
Canada Visa Application Centre
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Trade Centre 5th Floor, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400051, India
4. Kolkata
Canada Visa Application Centre
VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Rene Tower, Building No. 1842, Rajdanga Main Road, Rajdanga, Landmark: Near Geetanjali Stadium Kolkata, 700107, India
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Planning to study in Canada, can be a good choice as Canada has the idlest environment and technique of educating students by providing a perfect surrounding of various cultures and a world-class education system. The hassle-free and friendly student permit policies have attracted thousands of students to Canada every year. Students who are planning for shaping an experienced career in a foreign country should definitely consider studying in Canada.
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