Temporary status
Study Permit
Study at a designated institution, then transition to work and PR.
4 to 12 weeks in most countries $150 permit fee + tuition + $20,635 living costs proof
Overview
A study permit lets you attend a Designated Learning Institution. Most permits allow part-time work during term, and graduates of eligible programs can obtain a Post-Graduation Work Permit — the most common bridge to Canadian work experience and later permanent residence.
What you need
- Letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution
- Provincial Attestation Letter for most programs
- Proof of tuition plus living funds for the first year
- Ties to your home country and a genuine study plan
- Medical exam depending on your country of residence
How the process runs
- 1
Choose a DLI
Confirm the school is designated and the program qualifies for a work permit afterwards.
- 2
Accept and pay
Secure the letter of acceptance and pay the tuition deposit and GIC where required.
- 3
Apply online
Submit the study permit application with your statement of purpose and financial proof.
- 4
Biometrics and arrival
Give biometrics, receive the introduction letter, and get the permit at the border.