Canada Study Visa

This visa category is for students who wish to pursue studies in any one of the university or college in Canada as an international student.

Applying for a visa to study in Canada provides an opportunity to learn in one of the most vibrant and exciting locations in the world.

Each year around 130,000 students choose to conduct their studies in the country, in addition to many more who apply for a Canadian visa in order to learn English or French.

GICS has processed student visas for hundreds of students who go for higher studies in countries like USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Cyprus and Switzerland and has further helped them to settle down after the successful completion of their course.

During this temporary visa period, applicant can sponsor his dependent to accompany while during the stay and living in Canada. The applicant would also be eligible to work in Canada during his period of living on full time basis as well as off-campus.

The applicant would also need to submit his proof of English language ability by submitting the Academic module of International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Benefits

Besides the benefits of broadening your horizons by applying for a Canadian study permit, it may also benefit you once you are in the country.

In some circumstances, such as short term studying for periods of less than six months, study visas are not required. However, having one will allow you to extend your time in the country if you wish to study further and live in Canada. Without a permit, it would be necessary to return home and submit a new application.

In addition, although they are not regarded as work visas, Canadian student permits will allow you to work part time on the campus of the educational institution with which you are registered.

If you are studying in Manitoba, New Brunswick or Quebec you may also be able to work off campus. In such circumstances, you will also require a working permit.

Eligibility

Applications for student visas should be submitted as soon as possible once you have received an acceptance letter from the educational institution.

To submit a Canadian visa application of this kind you will need to satisfy the following criteria:

• You must be in possession of an acceptance letter from the school or educational institution which you will attend.
• You must provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to pay school fees and to reside in close proximity to the school.
• You must be able to demonstrate that it is your intention to return home when your studies are complete.
• You may be required to pass a medical exam.
• You will need to obtain a temporary resident visa if required.

Processing Time

The current processing time for migration to Canada under the Education – Skilled Canada Category visa category is 2 - 4 months from the time the application is lodged.