Canada•North AmericaStudy Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
150 CAD
Stay Duration
Valid for duration of studies
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Official permit for international students to study full-time at designated learning institutions in Canada. Valid for duration of studies plus grace period. Post-graduation work permits available.
The Study Permit is Canada's official authorization for international students to pursue full-time education at designated learning institutions. It allows students to work part-time during studies and provides a pathway to work and permanent residency after graduation.
Annual Visa Allocation
485,000 visas per year
The 2024 cap on study permit applications is approximately 485,000, resulting in an expected 360,000 approved permits. Master's and doctoral students are exempt from the cap.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
22,895 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Letter of acceptance
From designated learning institution
Valid passport
With valid identification pages
Proof of financial support
Bank statements, sponsorship letter, proof of funds for tuition and living expenses
Proof of identity
Birth certificate or national ID
Medical exam
If required by IRCC
OptionalPolice certificate
If required by IRCC
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Advantages
- Access to post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
- Part-time work authorization during studies
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Family members can accompany with open work permits
- Study period counts toward Canadian work experience
Considerations
- Requires proof of substantial financial support
- Must maintain full-time student status
- Processing times vary by location
- Limited to designated learning institutions
- Dependent on maintaining good academic standing
Application Process
Get letter of acceptance
Receive acceptance from designated learning institution (DLI)
Gather documents
Collect required supporting documents and proof of financial support
Create account
Set up IRCC online account
Complete application
Submit study permit application online
Upload documents
Include acceptance letter, identification, and financial proof
Pay fee and biometrics
Pay CAD $150 application fee plus CAD $85 biometric fee
Biometric appointment
Provide fingerprints and photograph if required
Receive decision
Study permit approval sent to email
Application Forms
Application for a Study Permit
Form ID: IMM 1294
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