Step by Step Guide To Apply For a Canadian Student Visa

Foreign students must apply for a study permit before entering Canada. The study permit in Canada allows international students to pursue their studies at a Canadian designated learning institution for a defined period of time. Below is the step by step procedures you must follow to get the study permit:

Step 1: Apply to schools

In order to apply for a study permit, students must complete the following first.

• Search for schools/programs
• Apply to the selected schools/programs
• Obtain admissions
• Choose one school/program to attend

Altec Global is here to help you prepare documents and apply to schools/programs. 

*Please note that Quebec is the only province that requires CAQ application. We will assist you in submitting the CAP application if you receive a letter of admission and plan to study in Quebec.*

Step 2: Apply for the study permit

Once you receive the school’s admission letter and the CAQ (if applicable), you will be able to apply for the study permit. You are required to present it at the port of entry after you land in Canada. Here is the Canada student visa checklist:

Required documents to apply for a study permit:

• Proof of acceptance
• Proof of identity
  • A valid passport or travel document
  • Two recent passport-size photos
• Proof of financial support
  • Minimum funds needed to support yourself as a student (and family members who come with you.

(Source: Government of Canada)

*For funds required in Quebec, please email us at [email protected] or visit the Government of Canada website. *

Student visa cost (government fees):

• $CAN 150 
  • Study permit (including extensions) – per person 
• $CAN 350 
  • Restore your status ($200) and get a new study permit ($150)

Canada student visa processing time:

• Study permit outside Canada –  12 weeks
• Study permit (from inside Canada) – 4 weeks
• Study permit extension
  • Online – 60 days 
  • Paper – 194 days

*The timeline above was updated on April 29, 2022. The Government of Canada updates timelines regularly. Please visit the official website to get the latest details.*

Altec Global offers a turnkey solution to guide you find the best and most appropriate school and program. We are here to assist you to prepare and submit all the documents and applications. We can also help you to apply for permanent residency after your graduation. If you want to know more information about immigration to Canada, there is no better than Altec Global’s team to assist you!  Book a consultation now to find out what we can do for you!