Student visa in Canada

To study in Canada (undergraduate, graduate or any other level) for more than 6 months period, you must obtain a study permit and temporary resident visa.

Those who wish to take a program that has a duration less than 6 months can apply for a visitor visa. The applicant is required to complete the studies in the period for which has been allowed to stay in Canada.

The study permit is granted to people who want to study full time and make a recognized course (over 6 months) in a Canadian academic institution.

This type of visa allows you to study and work. They may work in limited time activities, while the course is in session, and full-time during the school holidays made. For this, the student must apply in Canada for a work permit, which can be ordered once the student has started the course.

Obtaining a student visa can take several weeks. The application must be filed directly with the embassy or through the visa application centers (VACs) in each country.

Generally, language courses short (less than 6 months) do not require obtaining a study permit. However, in some cases, it may be appropriate to apply, even if the candidate does not need it immediately. The two main advantages of having a study permit are granted the right to work part time on campus and the possibility to request a renewal of the student visa without leaving Canada, if the student decides to continue his education in the country.

When an applicant requests a study permit when it is not needed (in case of a study of less than 6 months), you must submit a letter describing their reasons. Simply explain that once completed the short course, you would like to enroll in a Canadian university, for which the study permit is required.

General requirements for a study permit

To obtain permission to study in Canada, the candidate must meet certain requirements and provide various documents. The requirements and documents are described below:
• Have and present the passport. If traveling with family, each family should have a valid passport.
• Submit two recent photographs (passport size) of the applicant and of each family member to join you. The name and date of birth of the person should be written on the back of each photo.
• Demonstrate that have received acceptance from a school, college or university in Canada, presenting the respective letter of acceptance.
• Be in good health and willing to prove it by submitting to a medical examination. The results of medical tests may take up to three months.
• Try not to have criminal records and are not a risk to the security of Canada. The applicant shall provide a police certificate. If you travel with your family, it is possible that the police certificate to the relatives over 18 years is also required.
• Provide evidence that return to the country of origin after completing their studies.
• Provide evidence that you have the money to pay for their education and support, including that of his family, if applicable. The documents are accepted as proof of financial sufficiency are:
- Test the opening of a Canadian bank account in the name of the applicant and the transfer of funds to Canada.
- Evidence that has a student loan from a financial institution.
- Evidence that has a scholarship or that you are enrolled in an educational support program funded by Canada.
- The bank statements of the applicant for the last four months.
- A bank draft in convertible currency.
- Proof of payment of college tuition.
- A letter from the person or institution that is financing the studies.
The Canadian government requires specific amounts for maintenance. College tuition is not included, the amount of which depends on the type of studies conducted and the academic institution they choose. The funds required a student in Canada by way of support .

Obtaining federal study permit for Canada
The study permit application is a relatively simple process that can be done online through the official website of the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Canada.