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Student Visa Requirements for Canada

To study in Canada, international students must obtain a Canadian study permit, an electronic travel authorization known as an ETA, which allows for a five-year stay, and a VISA exemption for foreign nationals or non-US residents. Temporary resident visas are available for those who cannot apply for eta.

The following steps must be taken to apply for a Canadian study permit:

  • A letter of acceptance from a Canadian university
  • Passport and travel documents must be valid.
  • Financial statements for tuition, living expenses, and round-trip transportation for you and your family members
  • There are no criminal records/history
  • With a clean medical report, you can be sure you're in good health.
  • Capable of persuading Immigration authorities to allow you to return home after your studies.
  • Documents about student education loans, if any
  • A convertible currency bank draft
  • Proof of funding from scholarship obtained if any
  • The person/Institution provides funds for your education in Canada.
  • Payment of processing fees within an eligible time frame.

Difference between a Study visa and a Study Permit

Study visa

A student visa is a permit to enter a country. Even if you hold a student visa, the immigration officer has the right to prevent you from entering the country since this is a conditional authorization.

Study permit

A study permit enables you to remain in the nation. It contains information on your motive, including why you are here, what level, of course, you are doing, how long it will last, and whether there are any work-related restrictions.

Types of VISAS in Canada

There are numerous ways to obtain Canadian visas and permanent residency, depending on your goals and particular circumstances. In Canada, there are various sorts of tickets, including Temporary Residents, Work visas, Student visas, and visas for Study.

Temporary Visas

For people who want to travel, study, or work in Canada, the Canadian Temporary Visa is a fantastic alternative. The Temporary Visa is the best choice for you if you just intend to stay in Canada temporarily. The temporary visas are described in full after.

Student visas

Studying in Canada has the advantage of allowing you to bring your spouse and family along. Following the completion of your studies, you can also apply for an open work permit in Canada. Given that the Canadian government grants entire rights and freedom of employment while studying, it is the perfect location for international students. For students who want to study and stay in Canada permanently, Pyramid eServices offers unique courses. We support and mentor students at every step of the way to ensure that there are no obstacles encountered when processing your application. We make an effort to support you in pursuing your desire to study abroad in Canada.

Parents' and Grandparents' Super Visas

The most excellent option for establishing your family's business in Canada is the Super Visa for Parents and Grandparents. It has a maximum 10-year validity period. Under Canada's family sponsorship scheme, you can also sponsor your parents and grandparents to live there permanently.

Visitor Pass

You can also apply for a visitor visa to Canada depending on your nationality if you want to travel there on vacation. You must demonstrate during the application process that your stay in Canada is temporary and that you intend to leave when your visa expires.

Work permit

You can obtain Canadian work experience by working in Canada, which may help you qualify for long-term residency. If you want to apply for Provincial Nominee or Canadian Express Class, you must have prior Canadian work experience. Working in Canada may be your ticket to Canadian permanent residence if you are not qualified for the federal skilled worker program. A job offer is necessary if you are seeking one of the Canadian Work Permits, such as the Live-in Caregiver Work Permit, the Traditional Labor Market Impact Assessment Work Permit, or the North American Free Trade Agreement Work Permit.

Business Class Immigration

 

Three categories—Quebec, Federal, and certain provinces' own Provincial Nomination Programs are used to classify business-class immigration. These programs all lead to the same result, which is Canadian Permanent Residence. If your net worth exceeds CAD 300,000, you can only choose this option.

 

Federal Skilled Worker Visa

Foreign people can submit a federal skilled worker category (FSWC) visa application from outside or inside Canada if they want to get permanent residency there. Following application, candidates are scored using a point system based on their qualifications, job history, and proficiency in both English and French. The skilled workers must score at least 67 points out of 100 and have one year's worth of work experience to qualify.

How to apply for Student VISA

Usually, a study permit must be requested before traveling to Canada. A study permit application can sometimes be made from within Canada. You may be able to apply in some circumstances at the port of entry when you enter Canada. Make sure you are aware of the options you have.

When applying, you must submit

  • An acceptance letter from the designated learning institution (DLI) that you plan to enroll in
  • Unless you meet the requirements for fully immunized travelers, you must attend a DLI with an approved COVID-19 preparedness plan if you are under 18 and traveling from outside Canada to study.
  • as many of the supporting materials required for an entire application as possible
  • You must submit a comprehensive application before we can finalize your study permit.
  • The processing of documents will be delayed if you wait to submit them.

Note: You must present a current Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) or a letter of permission for your CAQ if you intend to study in Quebec.

Apply online

  • Whether you are outside of Canada or are already in Canada, you must apply for a study permit online.
  • Only those are qualified to apply on paper if they have a disability that prevents them from submitting an online application.
  • Possess a passport or other kind of identification for foreigners, refugees, or stateless people.

Note: A letter of justification for any missing papers brought on by COVID-19

Documents required

Additionally, the following paperwork must be submitted:

  • Attested copies of mark sheets of Standard X, XII, and the Bachelor's degree (if applicable)
  • At least, two academic reference letters from professors who have taught you most recently
  • If you have work experience then two letters of recommendation from the employer/manager who knows you well and can comment on your professional abilities
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Resume
  • Photocopied score reports of GMAT  IELTS  TOEFL
  • Portfolio (in case of Students applying for art and design courses and architecture programs)
  • Others (certificates/achievements at the state and national level and extracurricular activities)
  • Proof of funds
  • Medical Tests

Process and Eligibility

The application process for a visa to Canada is complicated and requires a ton of paperwork. The key is to comprehend what the Canadian government requires of prospective immigrants and then choose a degree in line with those requirements. Always keep in mind that Canada itself needs immigrants, so if you can identify the appropriate path that would be advantageous to you and also demonstrate how Canada would profit from having you, then you will be granted a visa for Canada. However, you must first be certain of your available immigration alternatives and which ones best suit you.

  • Being fully vaccinated to travel.
  • A full series of vaccinations is not required if you are under the age of 18. You must attend a designated learning institution (DLI) and have a COVID-19 preparedness plan that has been approved.
  • are enrolled at a DLI, demonstrate that you have the financial means to cover your tuition, living expenses, return transportation, and any family members you bring with you to Canada. You must also abide by the law, have a clean criminal record, and obtain a police certificate (if required)
  • are in excellent health, obtain a medical examination (if necessary), and demonstrate to a representative that you will depart Canada when your study visa expires.

Application processing time

The processing time for a student visa in Canada is two weeks, under the most recent regulations, if you have family members who are employed or seeking work authorization in Canada. Please be aware that your study permit expires 90 days after your studies are finished and you obtain confirmation from your institution or university that the program is over. The visa office does not, however, give a precise timeline for obtaining a student visa for Canada. 

The duration of time it takes to complete a student visa in Canada may also depend on a number coming from external factors. A student visa in Canada typically takes 4-6 weeks to process. To find out an estimate of how long it will take to complete your student visa, go to the website of the Canadian consulate. On your MyCIC account, you may see the status of your online applications. Similar to online applications, you must have a MyCIC account to view detailed and up-to-date information on the status of your paper applications as well. Additionally, you will get online notifications related to your application.

Visa fees

The application process for a Canadian student visa from Nepal may differ depending on the course for which you are applying, the university for which you are applying, and the policies of the university or educational institutions. You must enroll in biometric enrolment at the Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC) in Nepal to apply for a student visa to Canada.  

Resident Permit

If they match the conditions of the Canadian immigration program they apply under, international students studying in Canada may apply for Canadian permanent residence status while they are still enrolled in school or after they have finished. Dual purpose, a practice that is prevalent and recognized by Canadian immigration law, refers to the simultaneous application for both a study permit and permanent resident status in Canada.

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