A study permit allows a foreign student to pursue their studies at a Canadian designated learning institution for a defined period of time.
Designated learning institutions(DLI) include colleges, universities, and technical vocational schools that have been specifically recognized by the Canadian Government to accept foreign students.
If studying in Canada is something you would like to pursue, here are the step by step procedures you must follow:
1) Application to School
The first thing you must do is to select a qualified school/program and obtain admission from them. We can help you prepare your application to the school and program of your choice.
2) Application for Quebec CAQ
Once we obtain a letter of admission from your school, if you are planning to study in Quebec, we will then make a CAQ application on your behalf. A CAQ application is required only for Quebec.
3) Application for a Study Permit
After receiving an admission letter from the school and a CAQ (if applicable), we can then make your application for a Study Permit. This study permit must be presented at the port of entry once you land in Canada as an international student.
Windmill Immigration Service Inc. offers a turnkey solution to assist you to find an appropriate school and program. We can then help you prepare and submit all government applications. Once you graduate from your studies, we can also help you apply for permanent residency.
Depending on where you reside, you might be capable of getting a study permit sooner via the Student Direct Stream (SDS).
Most SDS applications are processed within 20 calendar days. Though, some applications may take on lengthier.
To get quicker processing, you should
- give your biometrics as quickly as feasible
- meet everything on the eligibility conditions
A study permit is not a visa and is not, by itself, will permit you to travel to or go through Canada. You might also require a visitor visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA). If required a visitor visa or eTA with your study permit will be provided.
Eligibility
To be eligible for quicker processing via the Student Direct Stream, you should:
- be a legitimate resident living in 1 of the following countries:
- China
- India
- Morocco
- Pakistan
- the Philippines
- Senegal
- Vietnam
- acquired an acceptance letter from a post-secondary designated learning institution
- demonstrate that you have given the tuition fees for your first year of study
- reside outside of Canada when you apply
- have a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of CAN$10,000
- have a Certificat d’acceptation du Québec (CAQ) from the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l’Inclusion
- If you plan to study in Quebec
- Should have a medical exam prior to your application (if needed)
- Should have a police certificate prior to your application (if needed)
- Should have your current secondary or post-secondary school transcript(s)
- Should have a language test result that indicates:
- a score of 6.0 or higher in each skill (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or
- a Test d’évaluation de français (TEF) score that is equal to a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of at least 7 in each skill (reading, writing, speaking, and listening)
Differing on where you are applying from, you might also be required to deliver other documents. Make sure you incorporate all the papers needed by the visa office that handles your application.
Your spouse or partner and children can be with you in Canada
Your spouse or partner and children might also be able to get quicker processing on a
- visitor visa
- work permit
- study permit
You should carry out and submit their applications at the same time as your own. If not, there will be a delay in their application. When you apply, reveal that you have family members going with you to Canada.
Study To Immigrate Program
After you complete your studies, you and your spouse are eligible for an open post-graduate work permit for at least the length of your study program. This means that you are allowed to work and live in Canada while your application for Canadian Permanent Residence is in the process to ensure you have continuous status in Canada.
Why Choose Canada
- studying in Canada will give you the career & job-ready skills needed to
- successfully integrated into the Canadian labor market
- allows you and your spouse to work in Canada while you study
- allows you and your family to immigrate to Canada permanently
- allows your dependent children to accompany you
- dependent children will be eligible to attend Canada’s world-class public schools without the need for the student visa
Windmill Immigration Services Inc. will be there for you every step of the way until you receive your Permanent Residency in Canada.