Studying in Canada: Study permits
To apply for a study permit at this visa office, you must be a citizen or legal resident of a country that is served by this visa office.
- Who should apply
Find out if you are eligible to study in Canada and if you need a study permit. - How to apply
- Working while you study
Working on campus, co-op and internship programs, graduate assistants, teaching assistants, health care students, working off campus. - Spouses and common-law partners
Options available to a spouse or common-law partner accompanying a student to Canada. - Your children
Whether your minor children are applying independently or accompanying you, they have special requirements and may need their own study permits. - After applying
How your application will be processed and how you will be informed of the decision. - Arriving
What to do when you arrive in Canada. - Returning Students
If you were studying in Canada and are now outside Canada, check here for information on returning to Canada to continue your studies. - After your Studies
Do you plan to work in Canada or immigrate to Canada after your studies?
Canada’s New Biometric Requirement:
Starting in fall 2013, citizens of 29 countries and 1 territory will need to give biometrics (fingerprints and a photograph) and pay a biometric fee when they apply for a:
Some Visa Application Centres (VACs) are now collecting biometrics, and all VACs will offer this service by 2014. If you apply at a VAC that offers this service before the date you must give your biometrics, you can give your biometrics and get certain VAC application services at no cost.
Visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s website to learn more about biometrics, including
- if and when this will take effect for you, and
- where you can go to give your biometrics.
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