→Student VisaStudy Permit
Full-time study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
Duration: Duration of program + 90 daysFee: CAD $150Processing: 8–16 weeks
Requirements & Documents
- 1Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from a DLI
- 2Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) — required as of 2024
- 3Valid passport
- 4Proof of financial support: CAD $20,635/year (outside Quebec) + tuition
- 5Statement of purpose explaining study plans
- 6Academic transcripts and certificates
- 7English/French proficiency test (IELTS: 6.0+ each band for SDS)
- 8Medical exam (from IRCC panel physician)
- 9Biometrics
- 10Police clearance certificate
Important Notes
Student Direct Stream (SDS) available for Pakistan — faster processing with IELTS 6.0 in each band + GIC of CAD $20,635. Work up to 24 hours/week off-campus.
Visa Summary
CountryCanada
Visa TypeStudy Permit
CategoryStudent
DurationDuration of program + 90 days
FeeCAD $150
Processing8–16 weeks