Canada welcomes international students warmly into its educational institutions, which rank among the best in the world. Many international students come to Canada to obtain prestigious diplomas recognized throughout the world. To study in Canada, obtaining a study permit is required. The study permit eligibility criteria include, among others:

• Have obtained a letter of acceptance into a designated learning institution.
• Provide proof (employment contract, letter from your employer, salary slips for the last 6 months, bank statement or books for the last 12 months, trade register, company financial statements for the last 2 years, proof of investment, proof of bank transfer to a Canadian bank, proof of transfer to the educational institution in Canada, etc.) that you have the financial means to pay:
  1. Tuition fees
  2. living expenses for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada
  3. Return transportation for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada.
• Obey the law, have no criminal record and get a police record check (if required)
• Are in good health and get an immigration medical exam (if required)
• Convince the immigration officer that you will leave Canada when your study permit expires. You can produce evidence of home ties in your country of residence such as arranged employment or job opportunities in the labor market, property, business or family financial assets.
• Obtain a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) if you want to study in Quebec

• International studentscan bring their spouse to Canada either as a visitoror as a temporary workerwith a work permit.

Elan Canada Immigration can help you through the study permit application process. We help international students choose designated learning institutions, obtain letter of acceptance, prepare documents, pay fees, meet requirements and complete their application forms. If you wish to stay in Canada permanently after your studies, Elan Canada Immigration will assist you in the process of obtaining a post-graduation work permit or through other permanent residence programs at the federal and provincial level.

To find out more about how we can help you obtain a Canada Study Permit, complete our Free study Assessment Form or make an appointment for a telephone consultation.