Indian students wishing to go to Canada for higher education require a Canadian student visa. Students also need to score good marks in IELTS. However, many students are facing issues as the Canadian authorities have been denying their visas for the past few weeks. So, here, we have listed some important things and required documents that students planning to study in Canada must know:
university acceptance
A university acceptance letter is the primary requirement for the Canadian visa process. Students wishing to apply for a Canadian visa must first shortlist at least three top Canadian universities that best suit their profile and score. Candidates can categorize universities into three categories – DREAM, REACH and SAFE to make decision making easier. Also, make sure that these universities are designated educational institutions (DLIs). Once the application is accepted, students will receive their acceptance letter.
Canadian Student Permit and Visa Requirements
Visa processing has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic as a result of travel restrictions. Students who have already obtained their Canadian student permit from the accepting university, either in general or through SDS, should begin applying for their visa as soon as possible. All foreign nationals wishing to study at DLI in Canada are required to obtain a Canadian Student Permit.
What is SDS?
Study Direct Stream (SDS) is a program launched by the Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for students from India and some other countries to obtain their visas in 4-6 weeks or less, while for others It takes up to 2-3 months.
List of Documents Required for Canadian Student Visa Online Application:
Acceptance letter from your Designated Educational Institution (DLI).
Financial proof i.e. tuition fees + living expenses for the entire program duration.
– A report of Immigration Medical Examination (IME) from CIC-approved doctors as well as chest X-rays and blood tests
– Necessary academic certificates and transcripts, along with work experience certificates (if applicable).
– English Language Proficiency Test (IELTS) scores.
– Two passport size photographs. The digital copy should not exceed 4 MB.
– statement of purpose.
– A valid passport.
— Fee receipt, if applicable on arrival in Canada
Those who are studying in Quebec will also need a Certificate d’Acknowledgment du Québec of the document, English and French translations, a statement from the translator, and certified copies of the original documents. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will also ask to see these documents, so students should have them ready.
Important things to consider when applying for a Canadian visa:
Application Mode: Students can submit their Canadian visa application in online mode only on the official website of Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). Students will directly receive updates about the status of their applications.
Visa rules: Student visa applications for those whose family members are working in Canada or applying for a work permit will be processed within two weeks. However, others will have to wait for the standard Canadian student visa processing time of 90 days.
Language Requirements for Visa: It is mandatory for Indian students to submit proof of English language proficiency. They must pass IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge English: Advanced with a minimum score of 6.0 in each category.
Biometrics Appointment and Visa Interview: Indian applicants should submit their biometrics and 85 CAD as fee, which is an additional expense. They may be called for an interview at a local visa application center for which they will also have to pay a fee.
Apart from all this, students traveling abroad should be aware of the travel guidelines and COVID-19 restrictions and regulations of the respective government and university.
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