Who needs to get a study permit?

Do I need a study permit?

You need a study permit to go to school in Canada if you plan on studying here for more than six months and if you are NOT:

• A permanent resident
• A Canadian citizen

When do I apply for a study permit?

You can apply for a permit as soon as you get accepted to a university or college that you want to attend. You need an acceptance letter from them to be able to apply for a permit.

How do I apply?

You can apply for a permit through Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).

What do I need to apply?

To apply for a study permit, you need:

• A letter of acceptance from the school you will attend
• Proof of identity (like a passport, or travel document) for yourself (and any other family joining you)
• Proof that you have enough money for school and to support yourself (and any other family joining you)
• Proof that you will leave once you are done studying

You might also need to:

• Pass a medical exam
• Get a temporary resident visa (“entry” visa).
• Prove that you have no criminal record