Study Permit
Study permit is one of the main and popular ways to enter and eventually immigrate to Canada. Canada is one of the safe destinations for international students and a bridge to obtain a work permit and eventually permanent residence.
The number of international students in Canada is increasing every year, and more than 800,000 students from all over the world are studying in Canada. Many of them can stay in Canada after graduation and start working with a work permit and gain Canadian experience.
Obtaining a study permit depends on factors such as study program, degree, overall grade point average, work experience, as well as personal conditions and is always reviewed by the visa officer. Racial and cultural diversity is one of the priorities of the Canadian government, and every year students from different countries such as the United States, Brazil, Iran, India, France, Nigeria, China, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam come to Canada.
Advantages of studying in Canada
International students mainly choose Canada as their place of study for the following reasons:
- Educational system and high quality of education in Canadian schools, colleges and universities.
- The possibility of employment and the opportunity to work part-time while studying and full-time after graduation, and the possibility of applying for permanent residence after completing the training courses.
- Study in English or French
- Community safety and security
- Racial and cultural diversity and attracting foreign students and immigrants
- The cost of education and accommodation is more reasonable compared to England and America.
Types of Canadian study permit
The required documents and the conditions for obtaining a Canadian study permit are different depending on the level and type of course you are interested in. It includes two types of visas and they are divided into 3 levels of education:
Study permit (school)
For applicants under 18 years of age who intend to study in Canadian schools.
Study permit (college or university)
For applicants over 18 years of age who intend to study in Canadian colleges or universities.
Conditions for obtaining a Canadian study permit
The student study visa is different from the Canadian student visa requirements and students need to nominate a guardian. To get a Canadian study permit, it is necessary to have an acceptance letter from a recognized educational institution. In the acceptance letter, the tuition fee, start and end date and registration of the course must be mentioned.
- acceptance letter
- Having enough dependence in the country of origin to return to Iran after studying
- Provide a strong motivation letter
- Not having a bad history
- Financing for one year of living and studying in Canada
- Not having an academic chat
Canadian student permit fees
Canadian tuition fees vary for each academic year. In addition, the applicant must be able to cover the costs of education, living and health insurance.
The cost of studying in Canada varies depending on the level of study, field of study and university or college of choice. The cost of living in Canada also varies depending on the city of study and lifestyle. Health insurance is also mandatory for international students in Canada.
Steps to apply for a Canadian study permit
Choosing the course and field of study: choosing the field is one of the most important factors in applying for your study visa. You must choose your desired field of study. Based on your work experience and educational background, we can help you in this field to increase the chances of getting a visa.
Acceptance from accredited universities or colleges in Canada: We will help you prepare the necessary documents, register and pay, submit an application for admission and correct possible deficiencies. To apply for a study visa, you need confirmation and an acceptance letter from one of the universities or colleges. You will have a valid license (DLI).
Applying for a study permit: You can send your application for a study permit by completing the application forms, paying the application fees, having the necessary documents and the acceptance letter from the university. We will be with you from the beginning to the end of the process with effective guidance
Age requirements for obtaining a Canadian study permit
The legal age to study in Canada is 18 years. Applicants under the age of 18 must have legal permission from a parent or guardian to study in Canada.
For applicants under 18, a parent or guardian must be nominated as legal guardian. The legal guardian must sign the student visa application form and provide their identity and financial documents.
study Plan
Your letter of explanation to the immigration officer is your study plan, which helps the visa officer have a better understanding of you and your goals. It should be explained in the master plan that:
- What is the reason for your study in Canada
- Why have you chosen this particular field of study?
- What will be the path of your career and education?
- What are your plans after finishing your studies and leaving Canada?
- Why don’t you study this field in your country?
- What are the reasons for your return to your country?
- What are your affiliations to your country?
Determining your financial resources to cover tuition and living expenses
In addition to presenting a master plan, your official advisor can defend you in separate letters called submission letters based on immigration laws and regulations.
Canada study permit application review period
The time to obtain a study visa is different depending on the conditions of each applicant, and a specific period for obtaining a Canadian study visa can never be determined. It depends on the number of requests received. The time process can be 1 to 2 weeks. However, some applicants will wait up to 16 weeks for review. You can check the approximate waiting time of your immigration case in this link.
Reasons for rejection and rejection of application
- Not having a language certificate
- Inconsistency in the field of study in the previous and current level
- Defects in files and documents
- There is an academic gap between the previous and current level
- Inability to finance education and living expenses
- The academic goals are not convincing and the officer’s uncertainty about the student’s return to the country of origin after completing his studies
What are the chances of getting a Canadian study permit?
For applicants who meet the necessary conditions, the chances of obtaining a visa are high. However, various factors such as GPA, language proficiency, financial ability and chosen study program can affect the chances of obtaining a visa.
The possibility of working while studying in Canada
The new changes are from November 15, 2022 to April 30, 2024. International students who are in Canada and have an off-campus work permit on their study permit are not limited by the 20 hour per week rule. Foreign nationals who have already submitted an application for a study permit can also benefit from this temporary change, provided their application is approvedApril
Consulting for obtaining a study permit for Canada
Siraj Immigration Organization, having a team of experts and experienced under the management of the official immigration consultant of Canada, provides diverse and comprehensive services in the field of providing advice for obtaining Canadian study visa. These services include assessment of the applicant’s conditions, advice on the choice of field, assistance with admission to accredited Canadian universities or colleges, and completion and submission of visa application documents.
With their knowledge and experience, our team can help applicants to have a higher chance of obtaining a Canadian study visa. We carefully examine the applicant’s conditions, suggest suitable study programs, and we are also with you in preparing the visa application documents.
If you are planning to study in Canada, you can contact us and benefit from our free evaluation.
