Student Visa is a temporary resident visa that allows an international student to study in Canada for a limited period of time. If the length of the program you wish to study in is less than 6 months, then there is no requirement to apply for a Study permit, however for all programs of duration more than 6 months a student will require an approved study permit. 

There are millions of students in the world who dream about being accepted into Canadian colleges or universities and get a study permit.  Once you’ve decided what to study, you need to consider entry dates, application deadlines, student visa processing times and English language requirements.

 

SOME ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT VISA ARE:

 

1. Be able to convince the visa officer that you will honour the terms of temporary resident permit (study permit) and will leave the country once the study is complete
2. You are required to have a letter of acceptance from a Designated learning institution in order to submit an application for a study permit; 
3. Proof of financial resources to pay for tuition fees and living expenses for yourself and accompanying family members.
4. Police clearance
5. Not be a risk to the security of Canada
6. Be in good health (complete a medical examination, if required)

Students are allowed to work 20hours a week off-campus during college semester and full time in holidays if you: 

1. have a valid study permit.

2. are a full-time student at a designated learning institution (DLI).

3. have started studying.

4. are in a program that leads to a degree, diploma or certificate and is at least six months long and

5. have a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

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