When applying for a study visa in Canada, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• An applicant must apply for a study permit for Canada well before the start date of the program they have been accepted to
• Once in Canada, you can extend this visa or apply for a work permit from within Canada

• The applicant must have been accepted/received their acceptance letter from an educational institution, college, or university, from a list of approved designated learning institutions (DLI) in Canada. DLI’s are the only institutions that can host international students.
• The applicant must prove to having sufficient money to pay for one year of tuition fees, living expenses and transportation back to their home country, if needed. These expenses should be covered for the applicant and any family members who will be moving with the applicant.
• The applicant must be law-abiding with no criminal record and not to be a risk to the security of Canada. You may have to provide a police certificate
• The applicant must be in good health and willing to complete a medical examination if necessary
• The applicant must convince the immigration officer that once their authorized stay in Canada is complete, they will leave the country.

Important: If a person decides to study while visiting Canada, he/she does not require a study visa if the program in Canada is less than six months. However, he/she must complete that program within the period authorized for their stay in Canada.