Study Visa
Canada has become the focal point for international students whose dreams include remaining in the country after having completed their study. One of the opportunities that Canada offers its international students is a direct path to permanent citizenship. It is no longer a destination overlooked to earn only a degree! For twenty consecutive years, Canada remains as one of the top ten places to live in the world and boasts of an education system which ranks among the best.
For students who require a less expensive alternate to studying abroad, Canada happens to be an increasingly popular option. The universities and colleges in Canada are now providing equally prestigious and valuable degrees as those in the US but with more reasonable and affordable fee structures.
Canada places a lot of value and importance on learning. Consequently, the Canadian education standards are uniformly high. There are approximately a 100 universities in Canada. Five of those universities—the University of Toronto, McGill University, University of British Columbia, Université de Montréal, and University of Alberta—are ranked among the top 100 in the world.
Here are some of the many benefits for international students studying in Canada!
✓ You’ll learn with the best and brightest educators. Canada is recognized worldwide for its remarkable education quality.
✓ They will welcome you with open arms. The ‘warm and friendly’ stereotype about Canadians is absolutely true. You’ll be welcomed with unique culture that embraces diversity.
✓ Safety always comes first. And when it comes to Canada, it is considered one of the safest countries in the world for international students.
✓ The quality of life in Canada ranks highest in the world. Canadians as well as international students in Canada enjoy a high standard of living. It’s a great place to live and work.
✓ You’ll be set on the path to a promising future. Canadian college and university students pass out with immense earning opportunities. In the last ten years, Canada created 1.6 million new jobs for graduates.
✓ The cost of studying and living in Canada is extremely affordable. You can study in Canada with some of the lowest-tuition fees among English speaking countries.
✓ You will get an experience like no other. Adventure truly awaits you in Canada! One of the greatest things about studying in Canada is the chance you’ll get to experience a culture and way of life that is beyond imagination.
✓ Immense pre- and post-study work opportunities galore! Studying in Canada is economical as it offers you a chance to work while you study. You stand a chance to work part time for up to 20 hours a week during regular classes and full time during your summer or winter break. After completion of your studies, you can get a post study work permit and work there for 3 years.
Canada, the land of a plethora of opportunities and possibilities, is the perfect study destination for international students. Quality education, the plethora of programs in various areas and streams, and its top-class educational institutions are the backbone of Canada’s education system.
Choosing to study in Canada is the best decision that you can take for your career advancement.
Study Visa from Outside Canada
Before entering Canada for studies, most international students must have a permit to study at a Canadian university/college. And the prospective students must apply to IRCC or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for the study permit before coming.
The application guidelines are specific to a lot of the Canadian universities and other higher education institutions. If you are an overseas student and wish to apply for studies in Canada, you have to start the application process early.
In order to receive a letter of acceptance, you, as a foreign student, have to write directly to the institution, college or university in Canada of your choice. Once you send them a letter or an e-mail, they will let you know their specific requirements for acceptance. It is worthwhile to ask them about any specific financial details or staying facilities in and around campus and they will let you know all about it. Once accepted by an institution for a program of study in Canada, foreign students should apply for a student authorization at the nearest Canadian diplomatic mission.
For obtaining a Study Permit, the applicant must meet the following requirements :-
Eligibility requirements for Student Authorization
If you are a foreign student and you need to apply for a student authorization, you must fulfill the given requirements. You must –
- Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada.
- Proof of financial support for your education and living in Canada for the period of study.
- Meet the requirements of English language proficiency test (IELTS, TOEFL etc.)
- Once you complete your study or course, you must promise to leave Canada (unless you have a work permit or an extension in your stay)
- You must obtain a police clearance certificate (if required)
- You must be able to provide sufficient medical proofs by a doctor designated by the Canadian government.
However, there are some exceptions to these rules:
Some students don’t need a permit.
- If the duration of your studies is short term (6 months or less).
- Minor children (under the age of 18 or 19 years) who are or whose parents are refugees or refugee claimants and minor children in Canada accompanying their parent(s) authorized to work or study.
- Members of foreign armed forces.
- Those interested in studying in Quebec in which case you must obtain a CAQ (Certificat d’Acceptation du Quebec)
Some students are allowed to apply for a study permit from inside Canada.
The process of applying for a student permit from outside Canada can be cumbersome and complicated. There are many universities and programs to choose from and study permit applications are regularly refused for not meeting the requirements laid down by the government. Any wrong move on your part can significantly reduce your chances of getting the study permit.
This is where HM Immigration comes in. We help you find the right program for your study, which will suit your needs. We will help you at each step of the way, from preparation to submission of your study permit application.
Simply fill out our Free Assessment Form and one of our experienced counselors will get in touch with you.
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