How to apply for apply for a study permit

There are different ways to apply for a study permit. From outside of Canada, which is the most frequent way to apply, or you can apply from within Canada, or at a port of entry.

Applying from Outside: 

• Most common
• Recommended to apply on-line
• Access to Student Direct Stream, if you live in: China, India, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Senegal or Vietnam.
• You can create electronic copies of your documents through the use of a scanner and camera
• Valid credit card is required, so that you can pay for your application fees
• Through answering some on-line questions, a personalized document will be created for you
• Complete the PDF forms with accurate information and indicate the dates you will be studying
• The PDF forms you complete will become part of your application

You will also be required to obtain the necessary following documents: 

• Medical exams
• Police certificates
• Language testing

Applying from within Canada: 

• Only specific individuals who are currently in Canada may apply for a study permit from within Canada
• Click here to see a list of applicable circumstances to determine if you are eligible to apply inside of Canada
• Contact Sam Law so that we can help you determine your best options and most efficient means of applying for a study visa

Applying at a port of entry: 

• In order to apply for a study permit at the port of entry you must either be, a citizen of the U.S., be a permanent resident of the U.S, or a person who has been lawfully admitted to the U.S. for permanent residence
• Be a resident of Greenland
• You may need a medical exam
• Be a resident of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon
• Click here to see a list of applicable circumstances to determine if you are eligible to apply inside of Canada

• Contact Sam Law so that we can help you determine your best options and most efficient means of applying for a study permit