Guiding international students toward Canadian education opportunities with clear study permit support.
Canada is a popular destination for international students from all over the world. If you plan to study in Canada, you must first obtain a Canadian Study Permit.
A study permit is a document issued to foreign nationals that allows them to study at Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) in Canada. Most international students require a study permit to pursue their education. Before applying, it is important to ensure that all required documents are ready. Applications must be submitted before travelling to Canada.
A study permit is not a visa and does not, by itself, allow entry into Canada. To enter Canada, you may also require either a visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).
If your study permit application is approved, the appropriate visitor visa or eTA will be issued along with it. Together, these documents allow you to travel to Canada and begin your studies.
The Canada student visa essentially combines:
A study permit, and
Either a visitor visa or an eTA
Most international students must obtain a study permit to study in Canada. However, if your course or program is less than six months in duration, you may be able to study without a study permit under certain circumstances.
All foreign students attending Canadian institutions who require a visitor visa or eTA must obtain proper authorization before starting their studies. While the study permit alone does not allow entry, it enables you to study once combined with the appropriate travel authorization.
Before applying, ensure you meet all requirements and have the necessary documents prepared. Some individuals may not require a study permit in specific situations, depending on the nature and length of their studies.
After completing your studies, your journey in Canada does not necessarily end. In many cases, graduates of eligible Canadian institutions may receive a work permit for up to three years after completing a postgraduate or graduate program.
This allows graduates to:
Gain valuable Canadian work experience
Repay student loans
Explore long-term employment opportunities in Canada
As an international student in Canada, you may be eligible to have your family members join you. If you are married or have a common-law partner, your spouse or partner may apply for an open work permit.
They do not require a job offer and may work for any employer in any position. Their work permit is generally issued for the same duration as your study permit.
