Canada Student Visa Requirements from India

Overseas students applying for a Canadian study visa need to meet the requirements. It is only after you meet the Canada student visa requirements the application for the visa is accepted. The visa requirements include meeting the eligibility criteria, and the documentation needed. This blog covers these requirements in detail. Moreover, you will learn about the Canada study permit application process, validity, and fees. The Canadian study permit is for students seeking long-term studies in the country. 

Canada Student Visa Requirements: Eligibility

The eligibility criteria to apply for a Canadian student visa are as follows:

• You must be enrolled in a designated learning institution 
• You must have sufficient funds to fund your stay for the course duration. 
• Additionally, you must have sufficient funds to pay for the living expenses of the family members who are living with you in Canada. 
• You must also have arranged return transportation for you and your family members who are staying with you in Canada
• Moreover, you must be willing to obey the laws of Canada.
• Must be healthy. Therefore, you are required to get a medical examination
• You must also prove to the consular officer that you will leave the country when the permit expires.

Canada Student Visa Requirements: Documentation

The following are the Canada student visa documentation requirements: 

• You must submit the offer letter from the university 
• Those who have been conditionally accepted need to take the prerequisite courses 
• Provincial attestation letter or territorial attestation letter
• Provide proof of identification. You can submit a valid passport or travel document and passport-size photographs.
• Proof of finances. For this, you can submit proof of Guaranteed Investment Certificate from a participating Canadian financial institution, proof of student education loan, bank statements from the last 4 months. Proof of payment of housing fees, and tuition fees, a letter from the person giving you money, etc is acceptable.
• Additionally, you need to submit proof of clearing the medical examination
• A letter of explanation that helps the officer to understand your goals. The letter of explanation must include the reasons why you want to study in Canada, and that you understand your responsibilities as a student 
• Minors require a custodian. For this reason, you need to submit the  Custodianship Declaration form. 
• Any additional documentation required by the visa office in the home country

Download the Canada visa documentation checklist from here

Financial Canada Student Visa Requirements

You need to meet the financial requirements to obtain a Canadian study permit. As per this requirement, you need to have sufficient funds to study in Canada. The minimum bank balance required by you, apart from the tuition fees are as follows:

Family Members (this includes the main applicant)	Amount of funds needed per year excluding the tuition fees
1	CAN$20,635
3	CAN$31,583
2	CAN$25,690
4	CAN$38,346
6	CAN$49,051
5	CAN$43,492
7	CAN$54,611
Total of more than 7 people	CAN$5,559

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English Canada Student Visa Requirement

To get an offer letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) you need to meet the English language requirement. For this, you need to take an English language test. Some of the acceptable exam scores accepted in Canada are the IELTS examination and the TOEFL examination. The minimum scores acceptable for these exams are provided below:

English Language Test	Minimum Acceptable Score
IELTS	6-6.5
TOEFL	80 (for UG admission), and 90 for (graduate admission)

Learn about Canada’s IELTS requirements in detail by watching this video

Canada Student Visa Application Process 

As a rule of thumb, you need to apply before going to Canada. The application can only be submitted online. That is, even if you are outside or already in Canada. The paper applications are only accepted by applicants who have a disability or are refugees. The application process is as follows:

• Ensure that you meet the Canada student visa requirements. You can download the documentation checklist from below. 
• Next, visit the official website of the Government of Canada.  Next, you can go to the Canada study permit page and click on Apply now.
• Enter the details and read the instructions provided
• Lastly, create your online account and sign in. The eTA or visa is issued automatically at the time of study permit. No separate application there for the same.
• You can visit the IRCC portal, enter the invitation code, and complete the online application
• Pay the visa fees, and wait for the visa processing 
• Once your application has been processed you will be informed of the decision regarding your visa application.

To learn about the Canadian student visa process step by step watch the video below

Canada Student Visa Fees 

One of the Canadian student visa requirements is that you pay the application fee. The visa application fees are provided below. Note: the Canadian visa fees would include the fees for biometrics. 

Particulars	Fees ($CAN)
Study permit (including extensions) – per person	150.00
For restoration of your status as a student	379.00
Temporary Residence Permit	229.77

Learn about the Canada student visa process in detail here 

Apart from the fees provided below, there are third-party fees that you may have to pay. The third part of fees would include the fees for medical exams, police certificates, language testing fees, and fees for services at a visa application centre. You need to pay these fees to the 3rd party itself.

Canada Student Visa Processing Time 

The Canada student visa processing times are as follows. After this period, you will get to know the status of your Canadian visa application.

Particulars	Processing Time
Canada Student Visa	4 weeks for Indian applicants

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Canada Student Direct Stream 

The Canada student direct stream allows students from certain countries to apply for the visa and get faster results. The Student Direct Stream (SDS) was launched by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada. Indian students will come under the SDS stream. However, those applying through the SDS stream must know that additional documentation is required. Under the SDS stream a visa application is processed within 20 days.

What if Your Canada Student Visa Application is Rejected?

If your Canada student visa application is rejected. Then the only option in front of you is to reapply. Identify the reasons for the Canada student visa rejection. The visa rejection reason is generally mentioned in the refusal letter. Check the same and correct it. For example, if your visa application is rejected due to lack of finances, then ensure that the next time you have sufficient funds. 

Reapplication is only acceptable if your situation has changed, or you have new information to submit. An appeal against the visa decision is not possible.

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FAQs

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