Canada· StudyStudy permit
How it works and how to prepare
Study permit · Canada
A study permit is Canada’s study authorization. Start with admission to a designated learning institution (DLI), financial evidence and the document checklist that applies to your situation.
Acceptance from a DLI is central. PAL/TAL and Québec CAQ depend on current rules and exemptions.
What to check before applying
The acceptance letter establishes admission. A PAL/TAL is the provincial or territorial attestation required in most cases, with exemptions. For Quebec, check the CAQ. Show funds for the student and accompanying family, and consult the visa office instructions for the country of application.
Route forms and references
- DLI · Letter of acceptance
- PAL / TAL · CAQ (Québec)
Documents to organise
Prepare these documents and confirm your personalized checklist with the official source. Conditional items apply only when required for your case.
What it is and how to get it＋
What it is
Identity document used for international travel.
How to obtain it and what to check
Apply or renew with your country of nationality’s issuing authority or consulate. Check the required validity and pages to submit.
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What it is
Letter confirming acceptance or enrolment in a course.
How to obtain it and what to check
Request it from the educational institution. Check the course, dates, study mode and institution’s eligibility for this route, using the authority’s required format.
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What it is
Evidence of the financial resources required for the route.
How to obtain it and what to check
First check which evidence is accepted. Obtain statements or documents from the financial institution or funding provider, observing required amounts, periods and ownership.
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Depending on your case and the official checklist
What it is and how to get it＋
What it is
Health assessment or certificate required for certain applications.
How to obtain it and what to check
Check whether and when an exam is needed. Book with an accepted practitioner or clinic; some routes require panel physicians. Retain the evidence specified in the instructions.
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What it is
Criminal-record certificate from the competent authority of each requested country.
How to obtain it and what to check
Use the official country instructions to find the issuing authority. Confirm required countries and residence periods, validity, translation and any legalization.
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What it is
Documents establishing parentage, custody and guardian consent.
How to obtain it and what to check
Obtain civil certificates and custody decisions from the competent authorities. Check the consent form, signatures and authentication required for travel and immigration.
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What it is
Translations and authentication required for documents issued in another language or country.
How to obtain it and what to check
Check the accepted translator type before hiring. If an apostille or legalization is required, consult the issuing country’s competent authority. Translation and apostille are different procedures.
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What it is
Evidence of lawful status in the country where you apply.
How to obtain it and what to check
Obtain the document from that country’s immigration authority. Check whether your status permits applying at that consulate and meets the required validity.
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How to proceed
Choose the category and check the authority/consulate checklist for your place of residence.
Confirm admission, enrolment, payments and institution-issued documents.
Use the official channel linked in the source and keep receipts. Attend interviews or biometrics when requested.
After the decision, check entry conditions, local registration, residence and permitted activities.
The key point of this route
School admission and the immigration decision are separate steps. The final checklist may request medical, police or minor-child documents. Upload each attachment in the correct application field.
Fees, processing and validity
Check the authority’s current fee schedule before paying. Separate the application fee from translation, examination, insurance and optional service costs. Processing may depend on location, category and requests for further evidence. Validity is stated in the decision or issued document.
Check official requirements ↗Official sources
IRCC · Government of Canada
Check fees, minimum income, document validity and timing with the route source. Confirm translations and legalisation with the responsible consulate. Visa, entry, residence and permission to work are different steps; approval is not guaranteed.
Information for lawful migration. PassyGo does not issue visas or replace individual advice from a qualified professional.