Overview
Study Permits are for Foreign Nationals
who wish to study at an educational institution
in Canada. Dependents (either a spouse or
children), of those who are temporarily
residing in Canada on a Work Permit or Temporary
Resident Permit are required to obtain a
Study Permit in order to Study in Canada.
These dependents will receive a Study Permit
which has the same validity as the holder
of the Work Permit or Temporary Resident
Permit.
Minor children who are planning on attending
pre-school, primary school, or secondary
school are not required to obtain a Study
Permit, (except for children who are accompanying
their parents who hold Temporary Resident
Visas).
All Foreign Nationals who have attained
the age of majority at the time of application
must obtain a Study Permit to attend any
educational institution. In order to apply
for the Study Permit, the Foreign National
must provide proof of acceptance into an
approved institution, evidence of sufficient
funds to pay for tuition and living costs,
and demonstrate the intention to return
home upon the completion of studies. Typically,
the Foreign National will receive a Study
Permit which is valid for one year. The
Foreign National will have to apply for
a renewal of the Study Permit at the end
of each school year.
Foreign Nationals who obtain a Study Permit
are prohibited from engaging in employment
in Canada, unless they apply for and obtain
a Work Permit in addition to their Study
Permit. There are certain exceptions to
this rule, please contact our office for
further information regarding Study Permits
and employment.
Medical Examinations
Foreign Nationals who plan to visit Canada
for more than six (6) months, and who have
resided in certain countries within a year
prior to their arrival in Canada will be
required to undergo a medical examination
prior to being granted a Study Permit.
Provincial Health Coverage
A Foreign National, who holds a Study Permit,
is not covered under the Provincial Health
Coverage plans. We strongly suggest that
you obtain private insurance to cover you
during your stay in Canada.
For further information regarding the procedures
for applying for a Study Permit, please
contact our office. |
