Study in the Canada

Canada makes a large investment in its education system. Canada is one of the world’s top education performers and among the top three countries in spending per capita on public post-secondary education. 

Students may apply for their postgraduate and undergraduate degrees, diplomas, and certificates along with doctorates and professional degrees at Canadian universities.

Canada offers a wide diversity of courses to choose from and gives its students the freedom to explore a variety of courses. The system of Canadian universities is more focused on research-based learning which enhances the interest of students and helps them absorb concepts easier.

All students who are looking to go to Canada for better learning must take care of taking admission to the college/university to study in the course they are interested in and make sure that they provide the proper documents required as per rules in this kind of visa, there is generally no other option or second chance.

So, to apply for a Student visa either directly or under SPP (Student Partner Program) must make sure that you are sending your documents properly. To get help, we at Aussie Education are mentioning below all documents required so that you have a good result for the same.

Documents required:

Application forms, which can include:

• Application of study permit (Form IMM 1294)
• Family Information (Form 5645E)
• Student Questionnaire form.
• VFS Consent form.
• SPP or non-SPP document checklist.
• Original Passport and also a copy of first and last page at the time of application.
• Passport size photographs x 2.
• Letter of acceptance from the college/university to which taken admission.
• Photocopy of IELTS test result (minimum 6 bands as this is a mandatory requirement at this time).
• Copy of fee paid for at least the first semester, this should be the receipt from the college/university, along with wire transfer proof.
• Photocopy of previous education Mark Sheets along with passing certificates.

Financial Documents:

This can include the following (if showing):

• Bank Loan sanction letter.
• Bank Statement of parents who are sponsoring.
• Photocopy of fixed deposits.
• Financial summary of Parents + Applicant (We can guide you for the same).

These are the documents that are required, but make sure all in which you are providing the copies should be attested or notarized by an advocate.

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The student visa application process for Canada begins with receiving an admission offer from a Canadian university, you will need a study permit to study at a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada and a student visa to live in Canada.

If you are an Indian student applying for your study permit or temporary resident visa, you do not need to submit your biometrics along with your visa application and you are eligible for the Student Direct Stream

The Student Direct Stream or SDS is a streamlined application process for the study permit, which guarantees faster processing times of around 20 days. SDS is aimed at students with strong English or French language skills, who wish to study a program at a DLI.

According to the Government of Canada website, you will have to meet the following requirements for you to qualify for the SDS:

• You will need a letter of admission from a DLI
• You will have to demonstrate the necessary knowledge level in French or English
• You will need to demonstrate that you have adequate finances to cover your entire education and living expenses while in Canada
• You will have to provide the results of your medical examination

Get your Documents Ready

To apply for your study permit, you will need to provide:

• a copy of your acceptance letter from a DLI
• a copy of the confirmation of your medical examination
• proof of your Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of $10,000
• proof of tuition fee payment for at least the first year

Once your documents are ready, you can either apply online or on paper. The visa application fee is CAD 150.

Check Your Eligibility

To apply for a study permit, you should:

• Be enrolled at a DLI
• Have sufficient finances to cover your tuition, living expenses, and a return trip to your country after completing your program at the DLI
• Not have a criminal record or be a threat to the security of Canada
• Complete a medical exam to prove you are in good health
• Convince the immigration officer that you will return to your home country after completing your education program in Canada

In addition to these documents, you can also provide a letter of explanation to support your visa application. This letter should inform the committee of your career goals, the reason why you have selected a particular program, how you are prepared to cope with this program, and why you have decided to pursue the program in Canada.

Two Options to Apply

Apply Online

To apply online, you will need to create an account on the Government of Canada website. You will also need electronic copies of all your documents and a credit card to pay the application fee.

Here are the steps you will have to follow if you decide to apply for your visa online:

1. The first step is to create an account. This account will help you prepare your application and submit it online, and later you can check the status of your visa application.
2. After providing details about your background and the program that you have been admitted into, you will receive an email with details about your login and password.
3. Once you log in to your account with the details provided in the email, you can upload all the necessary documents that have been listed.
4. After uploading your documents, you can pay your visa fee of CAD150 (~Rs 7,800).
5. You can then submit and track your visa application.

Apply On Paper

If you decide to apply on paper, you should read the instruction guide provided on the Government of Canada’s website. Once your visa application is ready, you can send it to a visa application center that covers your area. If your application is incomplete, it will not be processed and will be returned to you.

To apply on paper, you will have to follow these steps:

1. Get your documents ready. You will need certified copies of each document. Additionally, you will have to translate any, if required. Your documents must either be in English or French. Once you get the documents translated, you will need an affidavit from the person who completed the translation. You will also be required to provide a certified copy of the original as well.
2. You will have to fill out all the forms in the application.
3. After you have gathered your documents and filled out your application, you will have to pay the application fee and the biometrics fee.
4. After paying your biometrics fee, you will have to get your biometrics ready.
5. You can now submit your application.

Wait for your visa application to be processed

According to the Canadian government’s website, the time taken to process a visa application can vary depending on a range of factors. At present, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, processing times may be slower than usual. You can check for updates on the processing time for your student visa on their website.

Get your GIC

The GIC or the Guaranteed Investment Certificate is one of the documents you will be required to submit to get your study permit. You can obtain your GIC of $10,000 from a participating financial institution.

As Scotiabank and ICICI Bank Canada are the only participating Canadian financial institutions in India at present, you can open a GIC account with either of these banks. You will receive a guaranteed rate of interest for 12 months. These funds can help ease your expenses during your study program. After 12 months, you will get back your original investment along with the accrued interest.

In addition to the GIC, you will also need sufficient funds to cover your expenses while studying in Canada.

Medical Examination

The Government of Canada expects you to have your health checked before you apply for a student visa. Your medical test will have to be conducted by one of the physicians listed on their website. This generally happens around a month after you have submitted your application. However, you also have the option to get the medical examination done before you submit your student visa application.

While going for your medical examination, carry the following:

• Proper ID in the form of your passport, driver’s license, or national identity card
• Spectacles or contact lenses, if you wear either
• Test results or medical records of previous or existing medical conditions
• The Medical Report Form (IMM 1017E), sent by the Visa office

Once the physician has completed your test, your results will be sent directly to the embassy.

Canada is considered one of the best destinations for overseas education. It is a welcoming country that offers quality student life to international students.

Vibrant cities, better career prospects, multicultural diversity, and high quality of life are the reasons why a massive number of international students flock to Canada for higher education every year.

Canada has a continental climate. Most of the places in the country experience

Average winters and summer highs. Towards the Prairie Provinces, the winters can be comparatively harsher and snow up to 6 feet can cover the ground. 

If you want to avail the benefits of being an international student in Canada, contact us now!