Under a student visa to study consists of the resolution (Study Permit), for which, in most cases need to address before coming to Canada. In addition, it is necessary to obtain a visa for temporary residence - Temporary Resident Visa; to residents of some countries, this rule does not apply (see. Guest Visa). If you apply for a study permit, you do not need to fill out a separate application for a temporary visa.
Invitation
Before you can apply for a study permit, you must have a letter of invitation (letter of acceptance) from the educational institution in Canada that you have been accepted and meet all academic and language requirements. Each institution in Canada has its own rules of admission. Upon admission to the university or college you should report the value of the application, the cost of training, the requirements for the availability of health insurance, the approximate cost of living, the requirements for knowledge of English or French.
It is desirable that a letter from the school in which you are willing to learn, include the following information:
detailed information about the student, including date of birth, address, etc .;
course, the subject;
date of commencement and completion of the course of study;
the date by which the student must register for his chosen course of study;
Full-time or evening (full-time or part-time);
cost of education;
academic and language requirements;
Information about the educational institution and the license if it is a private college;
Tuition
Together with the application you must attach documents to prove that you have enough available cash to pay for tuition, accommodation in Canada and the content of your family members, if they follow you. For example, you can attach the following documents:
a certificate from a Canadian bank on the availability of funds in your account;
a certificate from the local bank on the availability of funds in your account in convertible currency;
a letter stating that you have already paid for tuition and living expenses;
confirmation that your relatives in Canada will cover your expenses for tuition;
On average, it is necessary to show the presence of about $ 10,000 per person per year plus the cost of training. If you are accompanied by a spouse or child, add another $ 4,000 a year. For each additional family member add another $ 3,000 for the year, plus the cost of the flight. As for the cost of education, we must show that funds are available only for the first year of study. For example, if the training program is designed for 2 years and cost $ 30,000, it is necessary to show only the presence of only $ 15,000.
Study in Canada and the permanent status
A study permit is issued for a limited period of time and does not allow to immigrate. But received education in Canada will help you get extra points when applying for class Skilled Worker. In addition, after graduation, you may be able to find jobs in their specialty, which also give extra points. Even if you are having studied in Canada for a few months, it will help you get acquainted with the country and will provide a great opportunity to improve your English or French and get more points for language skills.
