To study in Canada in a program that is six (6) months or longer, a foreign national (FN) must apply for a study permit prior to arrival.

Requirements for the study permit:

Acceptance letter from the Designated Learning Institute (DLI).

* Proof of funds (first year tuition + $10,000 CAD as a minimum).
* Biometrics.
* Digital Photo.
* In some cases, a medical examination (Click the button below to find out if you need one).
* Completed applicable forms.

 

In some situations, the FN may apply for a study permit from within Canada or may even be exempt from needing one.

Foreign Nationals (FN) who may apply for a study permit from within Canada.

* FN who hold a valid work or study permit.
* Spouses, common law partners and dependent children of FN who hold a valid work permit.
* Spouses, common law partners of and dependent FN who hold a valid Study permit as a full-time student.
* FN, their spouses or common law partners and their dependent children who are on their restoration period of a work permit.
* FN, their spouses or common law partners and their dependent children who are on their restoration period of a Study permit.

 

You need a provincial attestation letter (PAL) or territorial attestation letter (TAL) to apply for a study permit

Most students must include with their study permit application a PAL/TAL from the province or territory where they plan to study.

In most cases, if you apply without a PAL/TAL, your application will be returned with fees.