Question 1

What is the Student visa?

Accepted Answer

It is issued to foreign nationals who intend to study in Canada in a program lasting more than 6 months. Allows for long-term studies at a university, college, language school, or another accredited educational institution.
To begin the process, an applicant must obtain a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution, followed by a provincial or territorial attestation letter (PAL/TAL), where required. A study permit application must be submitted prior to travelling to Canada. If an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or a visa is required for entry, it will be issued automatically upon approval of the study permit.

Question 2

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Accepted Answer

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Question 3

How long can I stay in Canada on a Student visa?

Accepted Answer

You can stay in Canada for up to Individually with a Student visa.

Question 4

How much does a Student visa to Canada cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Student visa visa to Canada is $7 - $100 (~$5 - ~$71).

Question 5

Do I need an proof of accommodation for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A copy of hotel reservation, rental contract, or letter from friends/family in Canada.

Question 6

Do I need an letter of explanation for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. With explanations why the applicant wants to study in Canada and confirmation of the understanding responsibilities as a student.

Question 7

Do I need an proof of financial means for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The applicant must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to cover tuition fees, living expenses for themselves and any accompanying family members, as well as return transportation for all parties.

Question 8

Do I need an attestation letter for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A provincial or territorial attestation letter (PAL/TAL) must be provided and uploaded in the designated “Provincial attestation letter (required)” section of the application. If this section is not available, the PAL/TAL should be submitted in the “Client information” field. Applicants who qualify for an exemption must include supporting evidence in the “Client information” field.
NB: Students pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees at Canadian public universities are exempt from the PAL/TAL requirement.

Question 9

Do I need an letter of acceptance for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Must be issued by the Canadian institution (e.g. school board, school district, University, etc.) on official letterhead, show the exact amount of tuition fees applicant are required to pay, the anticipated starting and finishing dates, and the date by which applicants need to register.

Question 10

Do I need an certificate d’acceptation du québec (caq) for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If applicable. The Application for a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) for studies is intended for foreign nationals who wish to stay in Quebec to study there.

Question 11

Do I need an custodian declaration (minor children) for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If applicable. If the minor requires a custodian, applicant must include the Custodianship Declaration form (IMM 5646). The custodian in Canada must sign the first page, and the parents or legal guardians of the minor child in the child’s home country must sign the second page.

Question 12

Do I need an passport for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Canada, with at least 2 blank pages.

Question 13

Do I need an visa application form for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Completely filled out.

Question 14

Do I need an photograph for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Must be taken within the last 6 months, have a plain white or light background, and be clear, with no shadows or retouching. The standard size is 35×45 mm (or 50×70 mm for certain application categories). The face must be fully visible, with a neutral expression and eyes looking directly at the camera. Only medical or religious head coverings that do not obscure the face are permitted; eyeglasses are allowed as long as there are no glare and the eyes are clearly visible. The photo must meet IRCC requirements for quality, lighting, and facial proportions.

Question 15

Do I need an documents for minor children for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Birth certificate or other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree; original letter of notarized consent for the minor to travel abroad from parents / legal guardian.

Question 16

Do I need an itinerary for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Documents confirming planned activities and travel arrangements, such as tickets, event registrations, travel itinerary, etc.

Question 17

Do I need an family information for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each applicant who is 18 years of age or older must complete this form.

Question 18

Do I need an use of a representative for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Family members or third parties who apply on behalf of the applicant need to complete this form. If applicable.

Question 19

Do I need an travel history for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Includes copies of previous visas in a passport.

Question 20

Do I need an authority to release personal information to a designated individual for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Authority to release personal information to a designated individual	The applicant needs this form if it's necessary to allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to release the personal information to someone applicant choose. If applicable.

Question 21

Do I need an marriage certificate for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Or another document confirming relationship or guardianship. If applicable.

Question 22

Do I need an current immigration or residence status for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. National passport or ID card; visa, residence permit or other supporting document confirming resident status if the country of residence is different from that listed in applicant's passport.

Question 23

Do I need an registration documents for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For companies, schools, businesses and organizations inviting the applicant.

Question 24

Do I need an receipt of fee payment for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 25

Do I need an certificate of criminal record for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirming no criminal record in the applicant’s home or residence country.

Question 26

Do I need an old passport for Student visa in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. With visas for the last 5 years.

Question 27

What are the proof of accommodation requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

A copy of hotel reservation, rental contract, or letter from friends/family in Canada.

Question 28

What are the letter of explanation requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

With explanations why the applicant wants to study in Canada and confirmation of the understanding responsibilities as a student.

Question 29

What are the proof of financial means requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

The applicant must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to cover tuition fees, living expenses for themselves and any accompanying family members, as well as return transportation for all parties.

Question 30

What are the attestation letter requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

A provincial or territorial attestation letter (PAL/TAL) must be provided and uploaded in the designated “Provincial attestation letter (required)” section of the application. If this section is not available, the PAL/TAL should be submitted in the “Client information” field. Applicants who qualify for an exemption must include supporting evidence in the “Client information” field.
NB: Students pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees at Canadian public universities are exempt from the PAL/TAL requirement.

Question 31

What are the letter of acceptance requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Must be issued by the Canadian institution (e.g. school board, school district, University, etc.) on official letterhead, show the exact amount of tuition fees applicant are required to pay, the anticipated starting and finishing dates, and the date by which applicants need to register.

Question 32

What are the certificate d’acceptation du québec (caq) requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

If applicable. The Application for a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) for studies is intended for foreign nationals who wish to stay in Quebec to study there.

Question 33

What are the custodian declaration (minor children) requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

If applicable. If the minor requires a custodian, applicant must include the Custodianship Declaration form (IMM 5646). The custodian in Canada must sign the first page, and the parents or legal guardians of the minor child in the child’s home country must sign the second page.

Question 34

What are the passport requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Canada, with at least 2 blank pages.

Question 35

What are the visa application form requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Completely filled out.

Question 36

What are the photograph requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Must be taken within the last 6 months, have a plain white or light background, and be clear, with no shadows or retouching. The standard size is 35×45 mm (or 50×70 mm for certain application categories). The face must be fully visible, with a neutral expression and eyes looking directly at the camera. Only medical or religious head coverings that do not obscure the face are permitted; eyeglasses are allowed as long as there are no glare and the eyes are clearly visible. The photo must meet IRCC requirements for quality, lighting, and facial proportions.

Question 37

What are the documents for minor children requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Birth certificate or other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree; original letter of notarized consent for the minor to travel abroad from parents / legal guardian.

Question 38

What are the itinerary requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Documents confirming planned activities and travel arrangements, such as tickets, event registrations, travel itinerary, etc.

Question 39

What are the family information requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Each applicant who is 18 years of age or older must complete this form.

Question 40

What are the use of a representative requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Family members or third parties who apply on behalf of the applicant need to complete this form. If applicable.

Question 41

What are the travel history requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Includes copies of previous visas in a passport.

Question 42

What are the authority to release personal information to a designated individual requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Authority to release personal information to a designated individual	The applicant needs this form if it's necessary to allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to release the personal information to someone applicant choose. If applicable.

Question 43

What are the marriage certificate requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Or another document confirming relationship or guardianship. If applicable.

Question 44

What are the current immigration or residence status requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

National passport or ID card; visa, residence permit or other supporting document confirming resident status if the country of residence is different from that listed in applicant's passport.

Question 45

What are the registration documents requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

For companies, schools, businesses and organizations inviting the applicant.

Question 46

What are the receipt of fee payment requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 47

What are the certificate of criminal record requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirming no criminal record in the applicant’s home or residence country.

Question 48

What are the old passport requirements for Canada visa?

Accepted Answer

With visas for the last 5 years.

Student visa in Canada for British citizens

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Student visa in Canada for British citizens

Study visa

Visa overview

Time frames and cost

Visa validity periodfrom 6 months to 5 years

Duration of stayfrom 6 months to 5 years

Extension of stayIndividually

Number of entriesmultiple-entry

Processing timefrom 15 days to 2 months

Consular fee$100 (~$71) - Temporary Resident Visa$7 (~$5) - eTA

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Documents

Mandatory

1Passport

2Visa application form

3Photograph

Supporting

1Proof of accommodation

2Letter of explanation

3Letter of acceptance

4Certificate d’acceptation du Québec (CAQ)

5Custodian declaration (minor children)

6Proof of financial means

7Attestation letter

Additional

1Documents for minor children

2Itinerary

3Family information

4Use of a representative

5Travel history

6Authority to release personal information to a designated individual

7Marriage certificate

8Current immigration or residence status

9Registration documents

10Receipt of fee payment

11Certificate of criminal record

12Old passport

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