STUDY IN CANADA

Canada’s education system is second to none around the world.

Canada is a famous destination for education and immigration for international students.Every year approximately 100, 000 students from all over the globe come to Canada to pursue academic studies. Due to the quality education and with affordable tuition fees, a large majority of international students choose to study in Canada. Its globally known high cultural diversity attracted over 500,000 foreign students from all parts of the world to study in Canada.

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Meeting the Requirements

There are various requirements thatmust be met before you can apply for a study permit in Canada. Below is a list of what you will need and the criteria that must be met:

Proof of acceptance from a Designated learning institution (DLS) in Canada institution, such as university or college
Proof of financial capability. You must prove that you have a significant financial support during your stay in Canada in a number of ways;
Proof that you do not have a criminal record by producing the certificate of good conduct issued by the police;
Proof that your health is in tip-top condition through check-up results from a certified medical practitioner;
You must not pose any threat to Canada’s security; and
The immigration officer must be certain that you will depart from Canada after completing your studies.

Facts about studying in Canada to consider:

International students need a letter of acceptance from a (DLI).
Study permit automatically authorizes its holder to work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Holder of study permit can also work full-time during academic breaks, provided s/he: Has a valid study permit; is a full-time student enrolled at a DLI at the post-secondary level; studying in an academic, vocational or professional training program leading to a degree, diploma or certificate; is enrolled in a program that is at least six months in duration.
All schools must submit regular reports on the academic enrollment status of their international students to IRCC. Students who do not comply with their study permit conditions can be subject to a removal order.
If the official length of your program of study is at least eight months, you may be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit(PGWP) upon completion of your studies. PGWP is an open work permit that authorizes you to work for any employer. If your program is at least eight months but less than two years, you may be eligible for a PGWP. In this case, PGWP is valid for no longer than the length of your program. If your program is two years or more, you may be eligible for a PGWP valid for a maximum of 3 years.
Spouses and common-law partners of full-time students enrolled in an academic, vocational or trade program at an eligible post-secondary institution (all public schools and selected private schools) may apply for an open work permit valid for the length of the partner’s study program.
Spouses and common-law partners of PGWP holders are eligible to apply for an open work permit If the principal applicant works in an occupation that falls within a NOC skill level 0, A or B
Students enrolled at an institution that does not appear on the DLI list and students taking solely ESL classes are not eligible for any of the above.
If the official length of your program of study is less than 6 months, you do not need to apply for a study permit.

Minimum Funds

Canadian Study Permit Applicants Must Prove They Can Support Themselves And Accompanying Family Members, If Applicable, While In Canada.

Proof Of Funds For A Study Permit Can Be Proven With:

Proof Of A Canadian Bank Account In Your Name, If You Have Transferred Money To Canada;
Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) From A Participating Canadian Financial Institution;
Proof Of A Student/Education Loan From A Bank;
Bank Statements For The Past Four Months;
A Bank Draft That Can Be Converted To Canadian Dollars;
Proof You Paid Tuition And Housing Fees;
A Letter From The Person Or School Giving You Money; And/Or
Proof Of Funding Paid From Within Canada, If You Have A Scholarship Or Are In A Canadian-Funded Educational Program.

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The Minimum Funds Requirements Are Outlined Below. The Requirements For Students Destined For The Province Of Quebec Are Different, And Follow This First Table.

Minimum Funds: All Provinces Except Quebec

Persons Coming To Canada	Amount Of Funds Required Per Year (Additional To The Tuition)	Amount Of Funds Required Per Month (Additional To The Tuition)
You (The Student)	$10,000	$833
First Family Member	$4,000	$333
For Each Additional Accompanying Family Member	$3,000	$255

Minimum Funds For Quebec