How To Apply For Canadian Study Permit
Basically,
there are two ways you can apply for a Canadian study permit- online
application and paper application. Both application processes can be obtained
from the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website.
The
paper application process takes a longer time compared to the online
application, as it will require manual operations.
Processing
your study permit online will require you to get a debit card for online
payments, and electronic gadgets like scanners and cameras for uploading
relevant documents during the application process.
If
you encounter any challenge regarding documents to upload during the
application process, it is advisable to seek the help of the visa office in
your country for clarity as required documents may vary based on the location
of the study permit application.
How to Obtain Canadian
Student Visa
The
first stage to getting a Canadian study permit is by obtaining an official
letter of acceptance from a reputable tertiary institution in Canada. If you
applied to study in any university in Quebec, you must apply for a certificate
of acceptance (CAQ) from the government of Quebec. All these forms can be
processed and delivered online for printing once you request them from the
university offering you admission. It is important to note that you only
qualify to apply for a Canadian study permit when you have received your letter
of acceptance from the university in Canada offering admission.
Having
obtained your letter of acceptance, the next step is to apply for a Canadian
student visa which can be obtained from the CIC website or by visiting the
local visa office or Canadian embassy in your country. In some cases, while
applying for a student visa, you might be required to also get a temporary
residence permit. There is nothing to worry about as both applications will be
processed at the same time.
On
the CIC website, you will be required to answer a few personal questions to
determine your eligibility for obtaining a Canadian visa. Also, information
regarding the documents to provide will be made available to you. Once your
eligibility to apply for a Canadian student visa has been approved, you will be
sent a checklist code valid for 60 days. This code will enable you to submit
your application online.
It
is advisable to print out the page capturing your code in case of future
references, as it contains application guides, a list of relevant documents,
and estimated tuition fees.
Whenever
you are ready to apply within the stipulated time frame of 60days, create a My CIC
account on the website, and you will be asked to provide your checklist code. Once
you have entered the checklist code, you will be provided with lists of
documents to upload to CIC. After successfully uploading the required documents
and paying the relevant fees, you can submit your application to CIC for
assessment.
You
might be required to attend an interview at the local visa office in your
country during the application process.
Some
additional requirements which might be required during the application process
include;
Biometrics
(Photograph and fingerprints)
Medical
report
Police
clearance
Bank
statement
Valid
passport
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